Robert H. Shaffer Award for Academic Excellence as a Graduate Faculty Member
Forecasted
The Robert H. Shaffer Award for Academic Excellence as a Graduate Faculty Member recognizes faculty for teaching, mentorship, scholarship, and professional engagement that prepare students for student affairs careers.
Funder: NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: No amount stated
Summary: Recognizes graduate faculty for teaching, mentorship, scholarship, and professional engagement in student affairs education.
Key Information: Nominees must have at least 10 years as full-time faculty in student affairs graduate preparation programs.
Description
The Robert H. Shaffer Award for Academic Excellence as a Graduate Faculty Member is presented by NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education. It recognizes faculty whose teaching and mentorship prepare graduate and professional students for careers in higher education administration and student affairs, including mentorship that continues after students begin their careers.
The award also recognizes scholarly achievement through publications, conference presentations, or creative work, as well as contributions to NASPA and other professional associations. Its criteria value faculty who make association engagement part of graduate students’ professional development by supporting their submissions, speaking engagements, and publications.
