Women of Distinction
WSU Tri-Cities recognizes female students, staff, faculty, alumni, and community members who have made notable contributions to the campus through their community through service, teaching, or involvement.
The honorees will be recognized at an awards reception and networking hour on Friday, October 25, 2019 at the Wine Science Center Atrium from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Award Criteria
The selection committee welcomes nominations of women who meet some or all of the following criteria:
- Exhibit leadership in her discipline or area of expertise
- Serve as role models and/or mentors to other women
- Advocate for positive social change that helps close the leadership gap and create a more equitable society
- Demonstrate a commitment to the missions of WSU Tri-Cities
- Demonstrate a commitment to social justice and inclusion
- Have earned respect within their communities
- Support policies, practices, attitudes, and/or actions that are intended to produce equitable outcomes for all
- Give back to the community through their time, talent, and/or resources
Committee Members
- Jaime Heppler
- Claire Venema
- Maegan Murray
- Jana Kay Lunstad
- Kristine Cody
- Kelly Slocum Gabel
- Maria Rodriguez
- Karina Aispuro
- Stephanie Warner
