The NASPA Excellence Awards recognize the contributions of members who are transforming higher education through outstanding programs, innovative services, and effective administration. These awards cover twelve categories critical to the success of students:

• Career Development Center's Equitable and Inclusive Hiring Initiative
• Change Begins with Us: Interpersonal Violence Prevention Training for Incoming Students
• Effective Hazing and Alcohol Overdose Education
• Executive in Residence Program
• Game Day Ready Initiative
• Home@Mizzou
• Investing in the Long Term Housing Security of Low Income Students: The Need Based Rent Subsidy
• Listening Labs
• Service Scholar Program
• The Adams Leadership Institute
• Weekly Retention Meetings
• WKU CARES-Coaching for Academic Readiness Excellence and Success

Programs selected for recognition in each category receive either a Gold, Silver, or Bronze designation. Gold recipients are considered in a second round for three grand-level awards. 

2025 Program Winners