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.