2026 COBA Emerging Saluki Leader Award Nomination Form

2026 Emerging Saluki Leader Award Nomination
The Emerging Saluki Leader Award, established in 2015, recognizes recent graduates of the College of Business and Analytics who have demonstrated exceptional accomplishments and service early in their careers.

Honorees are distinguished in their respective fields—whether in business, academia, government, or nonprofit sectors—for their consistent achievements, meaningful contributions, and commendable service to their communities.

Award Criteria:
1. Nominee must be a graduate of the College of Business and Analytics
2. Nominee must have graduated between 2007 and 2022
3. Nominee must be representative of the College's mission and values
4. Nominee must have contributed significantly to his/her profession and/or community
All nominations are due by September 3, 2026.

Awards will be presented during the 2026 COBA Awards & Hall of Fame Induction.
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Provide a statement of support for nomination. Include the nominee’s qualifications, such as professional and leadership achievements, philanthropic contributions, honors, and accolades.

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Provide examples of nominee's leadership and service.

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Is there anything else that makes the nominee stand out as an outstanding COBA graduate?

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2026 Emerging Saluki Leader Award Nomination