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RECOGNITION PROGRAMS
People Who Inspire Us
The Black Masque chapter hosts an event to recognize those who inspire Mortar Boards. From coaches to professors to best friends to moms - the chapter recognizes anyone who touches the lives of others.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln,
Black Masque chapter
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Professor of the Month
The Black Masque chapter honors one professor each month as “Professor of the Month.” They surprise the professor with a certificate and public recognition.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln,
Black Masque chapter
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Top Twenty Freshmen
The Mabel G. Freeman chapter chooses the Top Ten Freshmen Women & Top Ten Freshmen Men to recognize outstanding scholarship, leadership, and service. This year it was so successful they picked 20!
The Ohio State University,
Mabel G. Freeman chapter
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Last Lecture Series
The Cap and Gown chapter invites professors to hold a Last Lecture series and opens the event to members and the campus community. It’s a great way to recognize and highlight faculty.
University of Wyoming,
Cap and Gown chapter
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Top Prof
The Sally Steadman Azalea chapter holds a formal event to honor top professors across campus for their contributions and impact on the student experience.
University of South Alabama
Sally Steadman Azalea chapter
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Apple Polishing
The Forum chapter hold an “Apple Polishing” event to honor faculty and staff contributions on campus. Recipients receive a framed certificate and commemorative apple award.
Texas Tech University
Forum chapter
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Tip of the Cap
The Cap and Gown chapter hosts an annual “Tip of the Cap” ceremony, where each member invites one faculty/staff member to celebrate how they impact campus.
University of Wyoming,
Cap and Gown chapter
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Faculty & Staff Appreciation Dinner
The Judy Lewis Logue Alcala chapter members honor professors and staff who make an impact with a formal dinner. They have a special guest speaker and thank leaders from across campus for their impact.
University of San Diego,
Judy Lewis Logue Alcala chapter
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Scholarships
The Sally Steadman Azalea chapter awards a Freshman and a Junior Scholarship each year to university students. This is a great way for future Mortar Boards to learn about the organization.
University of South Alabama
Sally Steadman Azalea chapter
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Staff Appreciation Award
The Maia chapter selects a different department each month to recognize with a box of bagels!
The University of New Mexico
Maia chapter
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