NACUMS Awards Submission (2025)

Each year NACUMS recognizes members who have contributed significantly to our association and/or industry and their individual institutions. Please consider the specific criteria for each award and carefully consider the person whom you feel is qualified to be recognized. Please provide detailed information about your nominee and how he or she meets the award's criteria. In the absence of qualified nominees, no award will be presented.

Submission of this application indicates that the applicant meets the award criteria. If you have any questions regarding the awards process, don't hesitate to get in touch with NACUMS at info@nacums.org or call (877) NACUMS1.

This form can only be used for one award application per submission. You can either complete the form online or upload the official award document from the NACUMS website on this form. Uploading additional documents to support your nomination is encouraged. You must submit separate forms for each nomination you wish to be considered.

Disclaimer: The final award determination will be made by a Review Panel appointed by the Member Services committee.

Award - Choose One*

Award Nominee Name*

First NameLast Name

Award Nominee Institution Name*

Nomination Information:

Please complete each section and provide detailed information about the nominee and how they meet the award's criteria. Nominations should be well-written, complete, and proofed for grammatical errors. The official awards program will publish submissions for individuals chosen for the awards. Please feel free to use as much space as needed to describe the attributes required to determine the award in detail. You are encouraged to contact the nominee to verify any information.

Lou Eichler Award of Excellence

The Lou Eichler Award of Excellence is the highest honor bestowed by NACUMS and recognizes a lifetime of achievement in the professional field of college and university mailing services. Named in honor of CUNIMAIL founder Lou Eichler, its first recipient, this award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated the highest levels of professional excellence and who has made contributions above and beyond the scope of their regular duties and responsibilities.

Any candidate considered for this award must have significant accomplishments in college and university mailing that will have an impact on the industry for years to come. Former NACUMS members who are retired but still made significant contributions to the industry may be considered. If no qualified candidate is nominated, this category will have no award.

The candidate who is considered for this award must meet all the following criteria:

Have made significant contributions in the college and university mailing industry as a whole beyond the boundaries of the individual’s college or university.
Have proven him or herself to be a leader among college and university mail service managers.
Have a minimum of 10 years of active involvement in the college and university mailing industry.

How has the individual helped the C&U industry reach a new level of performance?*

In what way has this accomplishment extended beyond the boundaries of the individual’s college or university? Who and where has this innovation helped?*

To your knowledge, how long has this individual been an active member in the college and university mailing industry?(10 year minimum)*

In what ways has the individual proven him or herself to be a leader among mail center managers? Give specific examples of how this mail center manager has provided leadership, guidance and/or mentoring to others.*

Which individuals and/or organizations have benefited from this individual’s leadership, guidance and/or mentoring?*

List any organizations or associations that this individual has participated in that, through this individual’s efforts, have had a direct impact on the mailing industry. How has belonging to these organizations benefited the mailing industry?*

What inspired you to nominate this person for the Lou Eichler Award of Excellence?*

In what positive manner has this person influenced you and/or others in the mailing industry?*

Optional: Award Application Supporting Documentation - Maximum 3 Supporting Items. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif

Industry Leadership Award

This level of acknowledgment by NACUMS is presented for outstanding leadership and must extend beyond the boundaries of the individual’s college or university. The person nominated must be a NACUMS member in good standing and have made significant contributions to the mailing industry.

Award Criteria:

· The person nominated must be a NACUMS member in good standing and have made significant contributions to the mailing industry.

How has the candidate set an example of excellence in the work they have completed in either regional or national events? This must be demonstrated in some activity that has helped this person exceed beyond normal standards within the industry, and in many ways helped others achieve excellence.*

The candidate must be beyond reproach in their professional lives, be of high moral standards, and place those standards above personal gain. How would you explain your candidate’s integrity? Please provide examples*

How has the candidate gone beyond the normal day-to-day work activities and established a method of personal and professional development?*

What programs have they have established or in what ways has the candidate overcome adversity while accomplishing these goals?*

Optional: Award Application Supporting Documentation - Maximum 3 Supporting Items. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif

Excellence In Management Award

This award is for excellence in the management of an in-house mail operation that stands alone, or is combined with related services such as print, copy, courier, or receiving.

Award Criteria:

· The nominee must be a NACUMS member in good standing.
· The nominee should have experience in management or supervision

Describe operational improvements the candidate has implemented that resulted in a significant reduction in expenses, or in avoiding cost increases for their school.*

Describe how the candidate has made a significant operational improvement which merits national attention and /or established a program which is a model others have used to set up their own mail operations.*

The candidate has demonstrated professional development, either a new level of education or a certification that has made them a better manager.*

Please describe a trait of the person you are recommending which would show excellence in operations*

Optional: Award Application Supporting Documentation - Maximum 3 Supporting Items. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif

Mail Center of the Year

The NACUMS MAIL CENTER OF THE YEAR AWARD is established by the NACUMS Board to recognize any organization for outstanding contribution(s) to their institution and the profession. This award considers accomplishments made by the Mail Center throughout the past year but is not limited specifically to that period. Projects can entail years of planning before execution, and all activities leading up to a major accomplishment are to be provided for review. The recipient of this award is recognized by their peers who deem them worthy of being honored for their institution's professional accomplishments and for sharing their experiences with other member institutions. Any member can make nominations for this award for any other member by completing an application. Member schools may self-nominate.

Award Criteria:

· The nominee must be a member in good standing with NACUMS and current in dues payment.

Describe departmental wide initiatives to improve workplace environment*

Provide major equipment inventory of center with an emphasis on new acquired equipment, then discuss in detail the impact each piece of equipment had on the department and institution as a whole i. Equipment Date Added & Impact:*

List the supervisor/manager and all staff members of the department including title and area:*

Describe improvements over former processes (examples of specific areas are listed) Provide as many details and specifics as possible to help clarify the improvements. (i. Campus Mail Services, ii. Bulk Mail Services, iii. Print Services, iv. Student Mail Services, v. Passport and Photo Services, vi. Other Services)*

Describe inter- and intra-departmental processes implemented by the Mail Center.*

Describe any initiatives or countermeasures developed to reduce departmental and corporate costs.*

Describe any contributions to our industry, education and the community in general. These were the contributions to the community and/or our industry.*

Name and phone # of someone in nominee's institution who can confirm the information submitted.*

Optional: Award Application Supporting Documentation - Maximum 3 Supporting Items. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif

Outstanding Team Member

This award recognizes a person who is not the direct manager/director of a mail center, but has gone beyond his or her normal work duties and has been an example for others to follow. This person made a major impact in their mail center that is significant and noteworthy of a national award.

Award Criteria:

· Nominees of this award do not have to be listed as a NACUMS member, but the manager/director of the person must be an active member.

Award Nominee Name and Award Nominee Institution*

Be sure to detail the facts that would lead the committee to think this candidate is qualified for this award.*

Optional: Award Application Supporting Documentation - Maximum 3 Supporting Items. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif

Barry Gauthier Volunteer Award

The Barry Gauthier Volunteer Award was developed to honor Barry for making significant contributions to NACUMS through his time, actions, talents, and dedication. Mr. Gauthier was a selfless person. As a volunteer, he would donate his time whether he was a Board Member or an active committee member. He needed no accolades or reason to volunteer; all he needed to know was that his assistance was needed. The honoree selected for this award should exemplify what Barry stood for and serve as a role model for other NACUMS Members.

Award Criteria:

• NACUMS Member Schools in good standing with the organization unless otherwise stated in the description.
• Nominee must not have won this award previously.
• Nominee should have at least 5 years of volunteer involvement with NACUMS.
• Nominations that do not meet these criteria may be held for later consideration.
• All volunteer activities of the Nominee must be unpaid; however, nominees who receive a nominal stipend for their service (such as reimbursement of expenses) may be eligible.

Award Nominee Name and Award Nominee Institution*

To what degree did the nominee’s services/ actions have made a lasting or meaningful contribution or impact on NACUMS?*

What was the length and degree the nominee’s service? Please include length of service (minimum 5 years) and all positions and/or activities.*

What was the extent to which the nominee’s service or action might be considered above and beyond the call of duty?*

What was the extent to which their action would be recognized and valued by their peers and NACUMS leaders?*

Optional: Award Application Supporting Documentation - Maximum 3 Supporting Items. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif

John Wargo Mail Industry Partnership Award

The basis of this award is to recognize and memorialize the support and assistance of John Wargo in helping the college and university mail services gain recognition as an important industry with the United States and one that was an important and integral partner with the US Postal Service. John’s effort and support was critical to helping NACUMS come into being and to grow into the strong industry organization that it is today.

This award will recognize individuals or organizations who have aided in the advancement of the NACUMS organization. This could include, but is not to be limited to, service improvements, technology advances, special projects and educational efforts as well as other areas related to college and university mail.

Due to the special nature of the award the honoree(s) would be selected by the NACUMS Board of Directors. The award would be presented annually if the directors feel that there is/are a worthy project/candidate(s) to recognize.

Award Nominee Name and Award Nominee Institution*

Be sure to detail the facts that would lead the NACUMS Board of Directors to think this candidate is qualified for this award.*

Optional: Award Application Supporting Documentation - Maximum 3 Supporting Items. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif

Nominator Name*

First NameLast Name

Nominator Institution*

Nominator Email*

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Phone Number*

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NACUMS Awards Submission

Contributions to the College and University mailing industry

Contributions in Leadership:

Contributions by Inspiration

Excellence

Integrity

Innovation

Cost savings and/or avoidance

Management Practice

Personal Growth

Other

Employee Engagement

New Technology

Process & Operational Procedure Improvements

Cost Reduction

Industry and community involvement