The Office of Student Research proudly presents the Research and Creative Activities (RCA) Faculty Mentor Award, recognizing faculty members who demonstrate exemplary mentorship and dedication to student success. This prestigious annual award celebrates faculty contributions to advancing research and creative activities at CSUSB.
About the Award
Up to five faculty members (one per college) are selected each year based on their outstanding mentorship within the past two academic years. Awardees are honored at the OSR Recognition Reception, where their impact on student development, research excellence, and inclusivity is celebrated.
Mentorship includes guiding students through all stages of their educational journey, from recruitment and retention to graduation and beyond. This award acknowledges faculty efforts to support student research and creative activities, critical thinking, professional skills, career development, and fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Faculty RCA Mentor Award, nominees must:
- Be full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty members at CSUSB.
- Have served at CSUSB for at least two consecutive years.
- Not have received the award within the past five years.
Nomination Process
Who Can Nominate:
- Nominations are accepted from College Deans, Department Chairs, CSUSB faculty, students, and staff.
How to Nominate:
- Submit a nomination through InfoReady by February 28, 2025, at 11:59 PM.
- Include a detailed nomination letter highlighting the faculty member’s exceptional mentorship and impact on student success.
Next Steps:
- Nominees will be contacted to provide the names of two students mentored within the last three years.
- Students will submit testimonials detailing their experiences with the faculty mentor.
Review Criteria
Submissions will be evaluated by the OSR Awards Committee based on the following:
- Excellence in Mentorship: Dedication to guiding students in research and creative activities.
- Quality of Student Experiences: Outcomes such as presentations, publications, or career achievements.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Efforts to create an equitable and supportive academic environment.
- Professional Skill Development: Contributions to student growth in critical thinking and career readiness.
- Collaborative Impact: Promoting innovative and interdisciplinary research initiatives.
Award Obligations
Awardees agree to:
- Attend the OSR Recognition Reception on April 23rd, 2025, to receive their award.
- Encourage their students to participate in the annual “Meeting of the Minds” and other OSR programs.
- Participate in the “Meeting of the Minds” opening ceremony annually, where their continued dedication to student research and creative activities will be recognized.
Why Nominate a Faculty Mentor?
Recognizing outstanding mentors strengthens our research community and highlights the invaluable role of faculty in shaping the future of our students. Submit a nomination today and celebrate the transformative impact of mentorship at CSUSB.
Nominations are due by February 28th, 2025, via InfoReady
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