Nominate a Spotlight Scholar

Showcase the work of UMass Amherst faculty by nominating a Spotlight Scholar. Selected scholars will receive a cash award and be prominently featured in campus publications.

Anyone can nominate a scholar.

All full-time tenure- and non-tenure system UMass Amherst faculty members are eligible to be nominated. Self-nominations are also accepted.

Scholars are faculty who have demonstrated academic quality and leadership. Accomplishments may include

  • External grants, honors, or awards
  • Innovations in teaching or research
  • Collaborations with external partners
  • Publication in a book or prestigious journal
  • Appointment to a board
  • A conference presentation, theatrical production or show of creative work
  • Other activity that demonstrates quality and leadership in research, scholarship, or creative activity

Spotlight Scholar

Nomination Form

Submit your question or comment with this form. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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