Recognition and Awards

You make the impact

University of Vermont was ranked number one on The Princeton Review's 2024 list of "Best Schools for Making an Impact" among public universities and colleges. Why do UVM students experience such outstanding rates of success, engagement, and opportunities to make a difference? Because of the people who work here.

Words will always fall short in trying to express the value of UVM employees or the impact they have on our community and environment. Here are some of the ways we recognize the exemplary work and people at UVM. 

Our Common Ground Staff Award winner Justin Sell smiles and laughs while being presented his award

The President's Our Common Ground Staff Award

This annual award recognizes six staff members who have made extraordinary contributions and who have had a significant impact on our University, as demonstrated through the values expressed in Our Common Ground.

Our Common Ground Staff Award
2024 distinguished professor award recipients posing together in regalia at commencement

Faculty Awards

Our faculty are a community of deeply committed teacher-scholars who bring their disciplinary expertise to the classroom. UVM proudly recognizes and celebrates the contributions and accomplishments of its world-class faculty.

Faculty Recognition Awards

Celebrating Inclusive Excellence

MARCH Awards

Every March, the Women and Gender Equity Center and Student Government Association celebrate and honor the invaluable contributions of individuals, including faculty and staff, dedicated to promoting gender equity and intersectional belonging.

MCSC Awards Banquet

A celebration of the leadership and achievements of students of color and their allies at the end of every academic year.

McCrorey Award for Inclusive Excellence

The annual Dr. H. Lawrence McCrorey Award recognizes one faculty or staff member who demonstrates a commitment to Inclusive Excellence, and it's recipient is honored at the Andrew Harris Legacy Reception during UVM Weekend.