Former Awards and Winners
A Tradition of Excellence
Northeastern University takes immense pride in the dedication and accomplishments of our staff. Since the inception of the Staff Excellence Awards in 2011, we have recognized those who have gone above and beyond to contribute to the university’s mission, fostering innovation, inclusion, and collaboration.
Over the years, our staff have been a driving force behind Northeastern’s growth and success. Each award recipient exemplifies the values and spirit of our community, pushing boundaries and setting new standards of excellence. Their contributions have not only impacted the university but also inspired their colleagues and the broader community.
Excellence Awards Through the Years
Browse through our past award recipients by year and category.
Outstanding Service
This award honored individuals who provided exceptional service, demonstrating unwavering dedication and commitment to enhancing the experiences of students, staff, and faculty. Their efforts have significantly contributed to the university’s culture.
– Jack Malone, Director, Physical Plant Services
Outstanding Innovation
This award recognized teams who introduced groundbreaking ideas and solutions, driving progress and transformation within the university. Their delivery and implementation of highly innovative ideas promoted institutional excellence.
– The NUin Team
– The Word of Mouth Blog Team
Outstanding Service
This award honored individuals who provided exceptional service, demonstrating unwavering dedication and commitment to enhancing the experiences of students, staff, and faculty. Their efforts have significantly contributed to the university’s culture.
– Ruthann Stiles, Director of Academic Fiscal Affairs
Outstanding Innovation
This award recognized teams who introduced groundbreaking ideas and solutions, driving progress and transformation within the university. Their delivery and implementation of highly innovative ideas promoted institutional excellence.
– Tegrity Lecture Capture Team
Outstanding Service
This award honored individuals who provided exceptional service, demonstrating unwavering dedication and commitment to enhancing the experiences of students, staff, and faculty. Their efforts have significantly contributed to the university’s culture.
– David Winch, Director of Student Support Services
Outstanding Innovation
This award recognized teams who introduced groundbreaking ideas and solutions, driving progress and transformation within the university. Their delivery and implementation of highly innovative ideas promoted institutional excellence.
– The Visitor Center Team
Outstanding Teamwork
Celebrating teams that achieved exceptional results through cross-functional collaboration and synergy, this award highlights those who exemplify the power of teamwork. Their collective efforts enabled Northeastern to reach new heights.
– The Events Team
Outstanding Service
This award honored individuals who provided exceptional service, demonstrating unwavering dedication and commitment to enhancing the experiences of students, staff, and faculty. Their efforts have significantly contributed to the university’s culture.
– Linda Allen, University Registrar
– Leroy Jackson Jr., Academic Advisor
– Maureen Timmons, Director of Dining Services
Outstanding Teamwork
Celebrating teams that achieved exceptional results through cross-functional collaboration and synergy, this award highlights those who exemplify the power of teamwork. Their collective efforts enabled Northeastern to reach new heights.
– The Empower Campaign Team
Outstanding Service
This award honored individuals who provided exceptional service, demonstrating unwavering dedication and commitment to enhancing the experiences of students, staff, and faculty. Their efforts have significantly contributed to the university’s culture.
– Jane Brown, Vice President of Enrollment Management
– Michael Dwyer, Lieutenant, NUPD
– Doreen Hodgkin, Associate Dean of Administration and Student Affairs
– Jonna Iacono, Director of University Scholars Program
Outstanding Teamwork
Celebrating teams that achieved exceptional results through cross-functional collaboration and synergy, this award highlights those who exemplify the power of teamwork. Their collective efforts enabled Northeastern to reach new heights.
– The Snow Team
Outstanding Service
This award honored individuals who provided exceptional service, demonstrating unwavering dedication and commitment to enhancing the experiences of students, staff, and faculty. Their efforts have significantly contributed to the university’s culture.
– Nancy May, Vice President of Facilities
– Charles Kilfoye, Senior Director for the Experiential Network
Outstanding Teamwork
Celebrating teams that achieved exceptional results through cross-functional collaboration and synergy, this award highlights those who exemplify the power of teamwork. Their collective efforts enabled Northeastern to reach new heights.
– The Russell J. Call Children’s Center Team
Outstanding Service
This award honored individuals who provided exceptional service, demonstrating unwavering dedication and commitment to enhancing the experiences of students, staff, and faculty. Their efforts have significantly contributed to the university’s culture.
– Jennifer Boyle-Lynch, Senior Associate Director, Finance and Operations, Center for Research Innovation
– Tony Erwin, Vice President for Enrollment Management
– David Navick, Associate Vice Provost for Budget and Planning, Office of the Provost
Outstanding Teamwork
Celebrating teams that achieved exceptional results through cross-functional collaboration and synergy, this award highlights those who exemplify the power of teamwork. Their collective efforts enabled Northeastern to reach new heights.
– The Center for Student Involvement
Outstanding Service
This award honored individuals who provided exceptional service, demonstrating unwavering dedication and commitment to enhancing the experiences of students, staff, and faculty. Their efforts have significantly contributed to the university’s culture.
– Ian Gorton, Director of Computer Science, Seattle Campus
Outstanding Innovation
This award recognized teams who introduced groundbreaking ideas and solutions, driving progress and transformation within the university. Their delivery and implementation of highly innovative ideas promoted institutional excellence.
– Global Resilience Institute Team
Outstanding Teamwork
Celebrating teams that achieved exceptional results through cross-functional collaboration and synergy, this award highlights those who exemplify the power of teamwork. Their collective efforts enabled Northeastern to reach new heights.
– The Online Experiential Learning Team
Outstanding Service
This award honored individuals who provided exceptional service, demonstrating unwavering dedication and commitment to enhancing the experiences of students, staff, and faculty. Their efforts have significantly contributed to the university’s culture.
– Jeff Wormuth. Director Internal Consulting
– Lindsey Sudbury, Academic Instructional Technologist, ITS – ATS
– Clair Waterbury, Academic Instructional Technologist, ITS – ATS
Outstanding Innovation
This award recognized teams who introduced groundbreaking ideas and solutions, driving progress and transformation within the university. Their delivery and implementation of highly innovative ideas promoted institutional excellence.
– Carter Playground Team
– Murder in Mobile Team
Explore Our Excellence Awards
Learn more about our awards and the nomination process.