Women of Distinction and Woman of the Year nominations now open

Each year, Washington State University honors women whose lives, work and mentorship promote equality and well being for their communities. Washington State University’s 2018 Woman of the Year and Women of Distinction Awards nominations are being accepted through Feb. 15.

Given by the WSU President’s Commission on the Status of Women, these awards will be presented at the annual Women’s Recognition Luncheon March 20 in the CUB Senior Ballroom in Pullman. More luncheon details will be provided going forward.

To nominate a woman you feel is worthy of this honor, please visit https://womenofdistinction.wsu.edu/ and complete the digital nomination form with all supporting documentation.

Please direct any questions to Jacqueline Southwick, Awards Chair for the President’s Commission on the Status of Women. You can reach her by email at jsouthwick@wsu.edu or by phone at 335-1192.

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