Nominations for Emory University’s 2016 Award of Distinction are due Friday, Feb. 5, by 5 p.m.

These awards recognize Emory University employees who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their jobs by their initiative, innovation and leadership in furthering Emory's vision as a "destination university."

Between 10 and 15 recipients of the award are recognized at a dinner with President James Wagner and receive a $1,000 award.

The nomination criteria and form are available on the human resources website.

All regular full- and part-time University staff who have been employed for at least one year are eligible for nominations, as well as previous awardees.

Emory Healthcare employees, faculty, faculty equivalents, librarians and retirees are not eligible to participate in this program.