WKU News
2025 Staff Excellence Awards
- Tuesday, January 28th, 2025

Each year, WKU recognizes staff members who demonstrate outstanding and meritorious service with the Staff Excellence Awards.
Nominations are being accepted NOW through Wednesday, February 12, 2025!
Categories Include:
- Customer Service Award
- Teamwork Award
- Student Support Award
- Unsung Hero Award
- Part-Time Award
- WKU Affiliate Award - Sodexo
Nomination forms and full program details are available here!
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