Call for Nominations: K. Patricia Cross Future Leaders Award – Oct 3

Posted by American Association of Colleges and Universities on August 26, 2025

Nominations are now open for the . This award recognizes graduate students planning a career in higher education who demonstrate exemplary promise as future leaders and are committed to academic innovation in equity, community engagement, and teaching and learning.

Nomination Process: Eligible nominees holding student status as of January 2026, must be nominated by a faculty member or administrator.

Nominations require:

  • a Cross Award nomination form;
  • a nomination letter;
  • a supporting letter;
  • a statement from the student indicating how they meet the award criteria; and,
  • a copy of the student’s curriculum vitae.

Benefits: Award recipients receive full financial support to attend AAC&U’s Annual Meeting in Washington, DC, and a one-year subscription to magazine.

Learn more and submit a nomination.


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