Nominate a Colleague for the Kate Garrison "Overcoming the Odds" Award

The recipient of the Kate Garrison "Overcoming the Odds" Award recognizes a faculty or staff member who is a pioneer, trail-blazer, or innovator to advance change by his/her work that advances justice and equity specifically for people from under-represented racial and/or ethnic backgrounds. This work must have an impact in the greater Pacific University community by helping people overcome obstacles.

Recipients shall have engaged in sincere, active efforts to promote racial/ethnic equity and justice, and should be able to demonstrate evidence of the impact of their work on the local or global communities. 

Nominations may be made by any Pacific University employee. Log in to complete your nomination.

Nominations are due in February and announced each May.