[NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education](https://hls.harvard.edu)

July 2026

Recognition award; no direct monetary funding specified.

Honors outstanding leaders in student affairs for exemplary contributions to higher education and student success.

--- ## Description This recognition honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, commitment, and impact in the student affairs profession. The award highlights those who advance the field through innovative practices, mentorship, and dedication to student success within higher education institutions. Recipients are celebrated for their significant contributions to their institutions and the broader student affairs community. --- ## Due Dates - July 2026: Nomination submission deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - This is a recognition award. No direct monetary funding or grant amount is specified. - Awardees receive professional acknowledgment within the NASPA community. --- ## Eligibility - Nominees should be individuals working in the field of student affairs in higher education. - Candidates are recognized for exemplary leadership, commitment, mentorship, and impactful contributions to their institution and the profession. - Specific eligibility requirements (such as years of service or institutional affiliation) are not detailed in the available materials; refer to the [program page](https://naspa.org/awards/jim-rhatigan-fellowship-scholarship) for updates. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are submitted online via the [NASPA Awards Portal](https://naspa.secure-platform.com/awards). - A nomination is considered complete once all sections of the submission form are filled out and the “Save and Submit” button is clicked. - Incomplete nominations will not be considered. - Nominations are expected to re-open in July 2026. --- ## Additional Information - This is a prestigious professional recognition rather than a research or project grant. - Awardees gain visibility within NASPA and the broader student affairs profession. --- ## External Links - [NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (Funder Home)](https://hls.harvard.edu) - [Rhatigan Recipients Program Page](https://naspa.org/awards/jim-rhatigan-fellowship-scholarship) - [NASPA Awards Portal (Application Submission)](https://naspa.secure-platform.com/awards) --- ## Contact Information | Resource | Link/Details | |-------------------------|---------------------------------------------------| | Program Page | [Rhatigan Recipients](https://naspa.org/awards/jim-rhatigan-fellowship-scholarship) | | Awards Portal | [NASPA Awards Portal](https://naspa.secure-platform.com/awards) | For specific questions, use the contact information provided on the program or portal pages.

Rhatigan Recipients

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