Awards for Faculty Excellence
Celebrating the 2024 Awards for Faculty Excellence Recipients
The University of Alberta is thrilled to celebrate and recognize the outstanding achievements of our 2024 Faculty of Excellence Awards recipients
The University of Alberta is deeply committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. To celebrate the outstanding achievements within our community, we offer several awards to honor the notable contributions of our members.
Normally, applicants are eligible to receive only one Award for Faculty Excellence in a given year.
Awards for Teaching and Faculty Excellence Information Lunch & Learn
Join us for an information session to learn how to apply for the Awards for Teaching and Faculty Excellence! This session will introduce you to the narrative application process and share insights on what makes a strong application. Whether you're new to the awards or looking to refine your submission, this session offers valuable advice to help you put your best foot forward.
Date: November 28, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Location: Online via Zoom
University Cup
The University Cup was created to recognize established academics with sustained excellence in and contributions to research and/or creative endeavours, teaching, and service to the University and the community and by this recognition to provide incentive, encouragement and guidance for others to make significant contributions to their fields. The University Cup is usually a capstone career award.
Eligibility
Any Continuing Academic Staff at the University of Alberta from the following categories (as outlined in the UAPPOL Recruitment Policy [Appendix A]) may apply:
- A1 (Schedule A - Academic Faculty Member, Scheduled F - Administrative and Professional Officers [APO] Member, Schedule B - Faculty Service Officers [FSO] Member, Schedule C - Librarian);
- A2.1 (Schedule D - Academic Teaching Staff [ATS] Members [Career, Term 12, Term Recurring])
Recipients are given a monetary award of $5,000, a replica of the University Cup, and their names are engraved on the base of the original cup.
Submit an Application
Application deadline: April 4, 2025
Nominate a Colleague
Nomination deadline: February 21, 2025
University of Alberta Distinguished Professor
The title of University of Alberta Distinguished Professor recognizes those exceptional faculty members who are globally recognized leaders and whose teaching, scholarly work and citizenship have made them leaders in their disciplines.
Eligibility
Any Continuing Academic Staff at the University of Alberta from the following categories (as outlined in the UAPPOL Recruitment Policy [Appendix A]) may apply:
- A1 (Schedule A - Academic Faculty Member, Scheduled F - Administrative and Professional Officers [APO] Member, Schedule B - Faculty Service Officers [FSO] Member, Schedule C - Librarian);
- A2.1 (Schedule D - Academic Teaching Staff [ATS] Members [Career, Term 12, Term Recurring])
Funds in the amount of $20,000/annum will be given for approved research and creative scholarly activities.
Submit an Application
Application deadline: April 4, 2025
Nominate a Colleague
Nomination deadline: February 21, 2025
Vargo Teaching Chair
Vargo Teaching Chairs at the University of Alberta have been created to foster excellence in teaching at the University. This program is committed to supporting individuals who have a history of educational leadership, teaching innovation, and who are committed to enhancing the learning experience of students at all levels.
Eligibility
Any Continuing Academic Staff at the University of Alberta from the following categories (as outlined in the UAPPOL Recruitment Policy [Appendix A]) may apply:
- A1 (Schedule A - Academic Faculty Member, Scheduled F - Administrative and Professional Officers [APO] Member, Schedule B - Faculty Service Officers [FSO] Member, Schedule C - Librarian);
- A2.1 (Schedule D - Academic Teaching Staff [ATS] Members [Career, Term 12, Term Recurring])
Funds in the amount of $20,000/annum will be given for approved research and teaching initiatives.
Submit an Application
Application deadline: April 4, 2025
Nominate a Colleague
Nomination deadline: February 21, 2025
McCalla Professorship
The McCalla Professors are outstanding academics who have made (and continue to make) significant contributions to the integration of teaching and research, and educational leadership. The McCalla Professorship also provides recipients with a venue for further educational leadership through the McCalla Professor Group.
Eligibility
Any Continuing Academic Staff at the University of Alberta from the following categories (as outlined in the UAPPOL Recruitment Policy [Appendix A]) may apply:
- A1 (Schedule A - Academic Faculty Member, Scheduled F - Administrative and Professional Officers [APO] Member, Schedule B - Faculty Service Officers [FSO] Member, Schedule C - Librarian);
- A2.1 (Schedule D - Academic Teaching Staff [ATS] Members [Career, Term 12, Term Recurring])
Funds in the amount of $20,000 (total) will be given for approved projects and activities.
Normally, recipients will have achieved the rank of Associate Professor or equivalent
Submit an Application
Application deadline: April 4, 2025
Nominate a Colleague
Nomination deadline: February 21, 2025
Henry Marshall Tory Chair
Award pending review; applications currently closed
The Henry Marshall Tory Teaching Chairs are expected, through their teaching, research and service, to impact the University and the community. The appointments are intended for outstanding individuals who by their presence will enhance the reputation of the University and who can provide leadership and experience for the strengthening of teaching and research in specific disciplines. Research and teaching in interdisciplinary fields are encouraged. Full-time members of the academic teaching staff may be appointed as a Tory Chair.
Contact us
For more information regarding the Awards for Faculty Excellence please contact: excellence.awards@ualberta.ca
Awards for Faculty Excellence Policy (UAPPOL)