Nominations accepted for 2017 Woman of Distinction award

Posted February 09, 2017 10:00 pm

COD News Bureau

The College of DuPage Women's Study Group is accepting nominations for the 2017 Woman of Distinction Award.

Named for former COD History Professor Adade Wheeler, the award has been given annually since 1983 to individuals who have made significant contributions to the personal and professional advancement of women through education, advocacy and motivation.

Nominees must reside, work or volunteer within Community College District 502 and those submitting names must write an essay discussing how their nominee meets the award's criteria.

Priority is placed on activities that are beyond the scope of the workplace. Submissions also must include nominees' lists of achievements.

Nominations must be received by 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 1.

Forms are available online.

For more information, contact Dr. Mary Jean Cravens at cravens@cod.edu, or Dr. Melissa Mouritsen mouritsenm@cod.edu.

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