Community Impact Symposium

The inaugural Community Impact Symposium is a dynamic, day-long event designed to inspire faculty and staff to foster a welcoming and supportive campus. Join us for a day of inspiration, connection, and action featuring thought-provoking guest speakers, interactive community conversations, and opportunities to contribute to community aid initiatives.
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Tentative Schedule of Events
- 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.: Check-in
- 11:00 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.: Opening
- 11:05 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.: Guest speaker
- 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Lunch
- 12:30 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.: Community Conversations
- 12:30 p.m. - 12:50 p.m.: Session 1
- 12:55 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.: Session 2
- 1:20 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.: Session 3
- 2:10 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.: Session 4A & Session 4B
- 2:35 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.: Session 5A & Session 5B
- 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Community Aid Activities
- 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.: Community Impact Awards Ceremony
Community Impact Awards
The inaugural Community Impact Awards celebrate the exceptional contributions of one faculty member, one staff member, and one student who, through their initiatives, policies, and practices, are building a stronger community and expanding opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
University of Arizona faculty, staff, and students can receive the award. Self-nominees are welcome.
The 2025 cycle nomination process opens on Friday, February 28. Nominations can be made online through Monday, April 7.
The Community Impact Award Committee will recognize one individual from each category. The 2025 awardees will be recognized in April at the Community Impact Symposium on April 28, 2025. Awardees will receive a plaque and a $500 professional development stipend.