Staff and faculty members are invited to nominate (or self-nominate) by April 11
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TheJacquelyn Anderson Wellness Innovation Award– presented by the UC Davis Health Office of Wellness Education – honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional innovation in research, education, advocacy, or raising awareness of the importance and impact of wellness.
About the award
The Office of Wellness Education (OWE) at the UC Davis School of Medicine was funded by Jim Anderson in honor of his late wife, Jacquelyn (Jackie) Anderson, who passed away from cancer in March 2021. Jackie Anderson inspired all she met with her art and photography, her passion for fitness and nutrition, and most of all, her compassion and strength.
Nomination details and deadline
Award amount:$2,500 (to use toward wellness initiatives)
Eligibility:All staff and faculty members at UC Davis or UC Davis Health
Nominations:Nominations from any staff or faculty member. Self-nominations are encouraged.
Selection process:A selection committee, comprised of representatives from UC Davis Health and UC Davis leadership, will assess the nominations and determine the recipient. The committee includes OWE leadership in addition to the executive director.
Award distribution:The recipient will be notified by OWE. The monetary distribution will be processed by the OWE Business Operations team. The award recipient will be showcased on OWE’s website and will be interviewed for a website feature and press release.
Ensure all required information is provided, including supporting documentation that highlights the nominee's innovation and their embodiment of the values of OWE.
