This award is presented to a senior college/university administrator (president/chancellor, provost, senior student affairs officer, etc.) who has demonstrated a continued commitment to the advancement of fraternities and sororities. The individual should have demonstrated a consistent record of support and advocacy for the fraternal experiences on the campus on which the individual has worked, commitment to fostering positive change in the fraternity/sorority community, building partnerships within higher education and the interfraternal community, and mentoring both new and seasoned professionals. Strong candidates for this award have 15+ years of professional experience but are not required to be in the senior administrator role for 15+ years.

Note: all nomination questions listed below allow responses up to a 2,500 character maximum. As the first round review process is done anonymously, please refrain from including names, employers, affiliations, or other identifiable information in your responses.

• Describe how the nominee demonstrates a continued commitment to the advancement of fraternities and sororities.
• Describe how the nominee demonstrates commitment to building partnerships within the higher education and interfraternal community.
• Describe how the nominee demonstrates a long-standing and continued record of support and advocacy for the fraternal experience at institutions at which they have worked.
• Describe how the nominee has mentored both new and seasoned professionals.

This award was established in 1982 in honor of the retiring executive director of the National Interfraternity Conference. This award is presented to an individual not employed at an institution of higher education who has demonstrated a continued commitment to the fraternity/sorority community beyond the individual’s respective organization. The individual should have assisted in developing partnerships with higher education and the interfraternal community, fostered positive change to advance the fraternal movement, and served as a role model for students and professionals. Strong candidates for this award have 15+ years of professional experience.

Note: all nomination questions listed below allow responses up to a 2,500 character maximum. As the first round review process is done anonymously, please refrain from including names, employers, affiliations, or other identifiable information in your responses.

• How has the nominee demonstrated a long-term commitment to the advancement of fraternities and sororities?
• How has the nominee demonstrated commitment to building partnerships in higher education and the interfraternal community?
• How has the nominee fostered positive change to advance the fraternal movement?
• How has the nominee served as a role model for both students and professionals?

This award is presented to an individual in the field of higher education who has demonstrated a long-term commitment to fraternities and sororities. The individual should have demonstrated a commitment to fostering positive change on college campuses through the advisement of the fraternity/sorority community, building partnerships in higher education and the interfraternal community, had positive and lasting impact on both campuses of employment and the profession of fraternity/sorority advising, and mentoring new and seasoned professionals. Strong candidates for this award have 15+ years of professional experience.

Note: all nomination questions listed below allow responses up to a 2,500 character maximum. As the first round review process is done anonymously, please refrain from including names, employers, affiliations, or other identifiable information in your responses.

• Describe how the nominee demonstrates a long-term commitment to fraternities and sororities.
• Describe how the nominee demonstrates a commitment to fostering positive change on college campuses through the advisement of fraternity/sorority communities.
• Describe how the nominee demonstrates a commitment to building partnerships in higher education and the interfraternal community.
• Describe how the nominee has had a positive and lasting impact on both their campus(es) and the profession of fraternity/sorority advising.
• Describe how the nominee has mentored both new and seasoned professionals.

Created in 1985 and re-named for AFA’s second Executive Director, Sue Kraft Fussell, in 2006, the purpose of this award is to primarily (1) recognize individuals who have meaningfully contributed to the forward movement of AFA as members and volunteers, while also (2) recognizing individuals who have contributed broadly to the fraternity/sorority industry in ways that have strengthened the success of the fraternity/sorority profession, and (3) recognizing those who have made meaningful intellectual contributions to the fraternity/sorority industry. Sue Kraft Fussell Distinguished Service Awards will be presented to no more than five members of the Association each year. Strong candidates for this award have 10+ years of professional experience in the fraternity/sorority profession.

Note: all nomination questions listed below allow responses up to a 2,500 character maximum. As the first round review process is done anonymously, please refrain from including names, employers, affiliations, or other identifiable information in your responses.

• Please describe how the nominee has demonstrated direct, meaningful service to the Association as a volunteer and member.
• Please describe how the nominee has demonstrated service to the broader fraternity and sorority industry in ways that have made a meaningful impact on fraternity/sorority professionals.
• Please describe how the nominee has made meaningful intellectual contributions to the fraternity and sorority industry that have positively impact fraternity/sorority professionals.

This elevation award celebrates the pinnacle of impact in practice. Celebrating visionaries whose innovative designs have reshaped the learning landscape, driven by compelling data showcasing remarkable impact. These architects have harnessed the power of insights and evidence to revolutionize learning paradigms, significantly enhancing outcomes and progress. Through meticulously collected data and analytics, they have demonstrated tangible and transformative results in areas such as access, applicability, and quality. Their commitment to leveraging data as a guiding force has not only amplified experience effectiveness but also created a blueprint for scalable, impactful initiatives. Their revolutionary use of data-driven methodologies serves as an inspiration, setting new standards and paving the way for a more data-informed future.

Note: all nomination questions listed below allow responses up to a 2,500 character maximum. As the first round review process is done anonymously, please refrain from including names, employers, affiliations, or other identifiable information in your responses.

• Provide a detailed overview about your ‘elevation in practice’. This should include core structural elements of the program/initiative/collaboration, how it came about, and how it was successfully executed.
• How did you define success measures of this program/effort/intervention? Provide examples of how your elevation in practice has directly contributed to quantifiable improvements in outcomes.
• Describe how your ‘elevation in practice’ has been measured and validated through compelling data. Tell us about the specific methodologies and techniques used to gather relevant and reliable data.
• What have been the positive effects because of this program/effort/intervention? How has data shaped your efforts to continuously improve on the initiative?
• Which of the AFA Core Competencies does your practice/program expand upon? (Select all that apply)
• Elaborate on how your practice/program connects with the Core Competency area(s) you selected above.

This innovation award celebrates the pinnacle of ingenuity in practice. Recognizing trailblazers who have reshaped paradigms, this award celebrates groundbreaking ideas that have transformed industries and communities alike. From reimagining conventional methods to initiating technological advancements, recipients of this award embody the spirit of creativity, pushing boundaries to create a brighter, more innovative future. This award commends visionaries whose original solutions have not only challenged norms but also addressed pressing issues with unprecedented creativity. Their commitment to ingenuity serves as an inspiration, sparking new ideas and revolutionizing the way we approach challenges.

Note: all nomination questions listed below allow responses up to a 2,500 character maximum. As the first round review process is done anonymously, please refrain from including names, employers, affiliations, or other identifiable information in your responses.

• Provide a detailed overview about your ‘elevation in practice’. This should include core structural elements of the program/initiative/collaboration, how it came about, and how it was successfully executed.
• Describe the problem you were attempting to address and the challenges this problem was causing. Elaborate on how you innovated around the problem and helped to find a creative solution, and the problem was addressed as part of your innovation.
• Describe in detail the shifts and tangible transformations that resulted from your innovations. How did you observe these shifts and tangible transformations?
• The Elevation in Practice – Innovation Award is designed to recognize efforts that push the boundaries of our ideas about generally accepted practice. How has this innovation reshaped paradigms within the fraternity and sorority industry, and what transformative impact did it have that may generate even further innovation?
• Which of the AFA Core Competencies does your practice/program expand upon? (Select all that apply)
• Elaborate on how your practice/program connects with the Core Competency area(s) you selected above.

This elevation award celebrates the pinnacle of inclusion in practice. Applauding leaders who have championed inclusive practices through their groundbreaking application, emphasizing access, coalition building, and community engagement. It recognizes those who have shattered barriers by creating pathways for various communities to access opportunities and support systems. These catalysts exemplify a commitment to inclusivity by actively engaging and involving diverse communities, ensuring their needs and perspectives are at the forefront of transformative initiatives. Through their unwavering dedication to fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment, they’ve created spaces where everyone feels valued and represented. Their innovative strategies have transcended conventional boundaries and forged powerful collaborations that amplify voices often unheard, fostering a more inclusive, equitable future for all.

Note: all nomination questions listed below allow responses up to a 2,500 character maximum. As the first round review process is done anonymously, please refrain from including names, employers, affiliations, or other identifiable information in your responses.

• Provide a detailed overview about your ‘elevation in practice’. This should include core structural elements of the program/initiative/collaboration, how it came about, and how it was successfully executed.
• What were the equity, diversity, and inclusion goals of this effort? Provide concrete examples of how this initiative impacted equity and inclusion within the FSL communities, with specific attention to any metrics or measures that showcase increases in equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• How has this effort ensured that underserved voices were included and amplified? How were those voices used to shape the development of the initiative?
• Share how this program/practice has shifted the perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors towards equity, diversity, and inclusion within your communities. Provide any helpful data gathered to support changes in those perceptions/attitudes/behaviors.
• Which of the AFA Core Competencies does your practice/program expand upon? (Select all that apply)
• Elaborate on how your practice/program connects with the Core Competency area(s) you selected above.