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Distinguished Service Award

The award was established by the School of Medicine Recognitions Committee on behalf of the Dean to recognize faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding service and citizenship to the Emory community and/or Atlanta and surrounding region.

Faculty member accepts glass award on stage with dean

Nomination Process

One or more awards will be given in each of the following categories:

  • Junior Faculty Member (Instructor or Assistant Professor)
  • Senior Faculty Member (Associate Professor or Professor)

Deadline

Nominations will be accepted through July 10, 2025.  

Eligibility

All faculty with a primary appointment in the EUSOM. The faculty member’s rank at the time of nomination will determine the category in which they are eligible. Those who have received this award in the past 3 years are not eligible. View previous award winners online.

Nominations

Faculty must be nominated by a faculty or a staff member of Emory University, Emory Healthcare, or an Emory affiliate. The nomination should consist of a concise narrative (500 words or less) describing the outstanding service or citizenship contributions. Up to two additional letters of support (500 words or less) from internal or external individuals or organizations may also be submitted. Nominations should emphasize specific aspects of service or citizenship. Outstanding examples of service and citizenship can include, but are not limited to:

  • Providing important administrative or leadership service to the Emory community despite heavy clinical, research or teaching demands
  • Engaging in service to the community via public education programs or campaigns, volunteerism, or non-profit organizations
  • Demonstrating exemplary service to colleagues, patients, learners, the public, and/or underserved populations
  • Developing new or innovative programs (e.g., clinical, quality improvement, research core, advocacy) as recognized by the University or School of Medicine
  • Participating in and leading University, School of Medicine, or hospital/clinic-wide committees

Submission

Use the online Award Nomination Form and include the following:

  • Nominating letter (500 words or less)
  • Optional materials: Up to two letters of support (500 words or less) from internal or external individuals or organizations

Decision

Will be made by the School of Medicine Recognitions Committee and approved by the Dean.

Award 

Recipients of the Emory School of Medicine Distinguished Service Award will be announced and honored during the annual Celebration of Faculty Eminence.

Questions should be directed to SOM Faculty Academic Affairs and Professional Development at somfde@emory.edu.

Previous Awardees

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