Accepting Applications for AFW Samuel H. Smith Leadership Award

Do you know an AFW member whose leadership has made a meaningful impact at WSU and beyond? Consider nominating them for the Samuel H. Smith Leadership Award.

Established in 2000, this award recognizes the leadership and legacy of President Emeritus Samuel H. Smith and honors AFW members who have advanced the role of women within the Washington State University system and/or demonstrated exceptional leadership in higher education, their profession, the community, or at the local, state, regional, national, or international level.

A complete nomination packet should include:

  • A nomination statement (maximum 750 words) describing the nominee’s contributions and accomplishments relative to the award criteria.
  • The nominee’s current curriculum vitae (CV).
  • Optional letters of support.
  • Please combine all materials into a single PDF for submission.

Deadline: Nomination materials are due Monday, November 9, 2027.

Visit the Samuel H. Smith Award nominations page for additional information and nomination instructions.

We encourage you to help recognize the outstanding leadership and contributions of AFW members by submitting a nomination.

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