Special Awards Online Nomination/Voting
CoSIDA 2013 SPECIAL AWARDS
- Online Nomination & Voting Process
Note: The deadline to nominate for 2011-12 awards was Jan. 31, 2012.
Nominations OPEN for 2013 Awards
(use your CoSIDA user name & password)
CLICK HERE to begin online nominations
• at the "CoSIDA Award Nomination/Voting System" page, select "Nominate for a CoSIDA Award" link and submit your nomination(s)
Deadline is THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2013 at MIDNIGHT EASTERN.
TO NOMINATE: You may nominate online for Special Awards year round
(Exception: Pease wait a few weeks after that date to submit nominations for 2012-13 consideration as we will take the voting mechanisms off-line until mid-February.
Any nomination after January 31, 2013 will be considered for 2014 Special Awards.
Voting
Who is eligbile to vote? Special Awards Committee or CoSIDA Hall of Famers only
If you are a member of the Special Awards Committee or a Hall of Fame member, CLICK HERE to begin online voting
- once you log in with your user name and password, you are directed to a page with the subheader "CoSIDA Special Award Nominating"
- click on "Vote on Special Awards" link to vote
Deadline for Special Award Committee members to cast votes for 2013 Special Awards is SUNDAY, Feb. 17, 2013 at MIDNIGHT EASTERN.
Hall of Famers vote only on the Hall of Fame ballot, and that 2013 deadline also is SUNDAY, Feb. 17, 2013 at MIDNIGHT EASTERN.
CoSIDA Special Award Descriptions
(Click on Award Name to see past recipients list)
For members of CoSIDA who have made outstanding contributions to the field of college sports information. Voted on by current CoSIDA Hall of Fame Members.
The CoSIDA 25-Year Award is presented to members who have completed 25 years in the profession (as of July, 2013).
Presented annually to a university division member who has made outstanding contributions to the field of college sports information, and who by his or her activities, has brought dignity and prestige to the profession. Voted on by the Special Awards Committee.
Presented annually to a college division member who has made outstanding contributions to the field of college sports information, and who by his or her activities, has brought dignity and prestige to the profession. Voted on by the Special Awards Committee. Note: Nominee must be a college division member.
Presented annually to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution in the media to the field of intercollegiate athletics. Voted on by the Special Awards Committee. Note: Nominee must be a member of the media.
Presented annually to a member for civic involvement and accomplishments outside of the sports information office. Voted on by the Special Awards Committee.
Presented to an individual for exemplary service to the Academic All-America Award Program and the promotion of the ideals of being a student-athlete. Voted on by the Special Awards Committee.
Given annually to a person whose actions and commitment have furthered the meaning and reach of the Academic All-America® Teams Program and/or the student-athlete while promoting the values of education and academics. Voted on by special committee and Dick Enberg.
Presented to an individual who, or an organization which, has made a lasting contribution to intercollegiate athletics, has demonstrated a long and consistent commitment to excellence and has been a loyal supporter of CoSIDA and its mission. Voted on by the Special Awards Committee. Each year, will be selected only if the Awards Committee deems worthy.
Presented annually to an individual who is a pioneer in the field of sports information who has mentored and helped improve the level of ethnic and gender diversity within CoSIDA.
Voted on by the Special Awards Committee.
Presented annually to an individual outside of CoSIDA or to a member of CoSIDA who shows ethics and integrity under unusual or stressful situations. Voted on by the CoSIDA Ethics Committee with approval of the CoSIDA Board.
Presented to a University Division Member and a College Division Member member annually with 10 years of service or less whose work at their institution and service, dedication, energy and enthusiasm to the profession make that individual a “rising star” in sports information. Voted on by the Special Awards Committee.
The CoSIDA Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to members who have served at least 25 years in the profession (as of July 2013) who are retiring or leaving the profession.
Presented in appreciation for endless work and devotion to CoSIDA. Note: this special award is presented by the Board of Directors and is not an award in the general nomination category.
Presented to a member who displays sound judgment and unusual courage in guiding their institution through difficult public relations situations. Voted on by the Special Awards Committee. Will be selected only if the Awards Committee deems worthy.