NEF seeks to recognize on a national level an Educator/Advocate who has a passion for and dedication to Construction Education. This award recognizes a nonmember of the National Association of Women in Construction who has worked aggressively to promote Construction as a viable career path through training and education and/or has worked with Associations and other organizations to establish educational programs to advance and benefit employees in the Constuction Industry.

Attached you will find the criteria for our CAROL A. KUEKER CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION VISIONARY AWARD and NOMINATION FORM. We are sure there is someone in you area worthy of nomination. We hope you will share the attached information with all of your chapter members, either by newsletter or at your meeting and find a qualified candidate.

The nomination form must be postmarked to the NEF Office by March 15, 2012.

PURPOSE: To provide recognition on a National level to an Educator/Advocate who has a passion for and dedication to Construction Education. This award recognizes a nonmember of the National Association of Women in Construction who has worked aggressively to promote Construction as a viable career path through training and education and/or has worked with Associations and other organizations to establish educational programs to advance and benefit employees in the Construction Industry.

NOMINEES: Full or part time Educator with an accredited institution or an individual who is recognized as an Advocate in the area of Construction Education.

NOMINATIONS: Four copies of the Nomination form, resume and letter of endorsement must be submitted to the NEF Office for review by the Selection Committee, who makes the final decision.

CRITERIA: Nominees to be judged in the following areas:

Must demonstrate a passion and zeal for Construction Education beyond the requirements of his/her job

Minimum 5 years as an Educator or Construction Education Advocate

Recognition and service within the local/regional/national area

Participation in Construction Associations, Foundations, others.

Advocate for education within the Construction Industry.

AWARD: Recognition award and travel expenses for winner and guest to include one night at the Meeting Hotel, meal/event tickets and airfare for two. Award to be presented at the NAWIC Crystal Vision Awards Banquet.

FORMS: Four copies of the Nomination form, resume and letter of endorsement from nominating sponsor must be submitted to the NEF Office in a single package. See Nomination Form for specific permitted support documentation.

DEADLINE: Postmark deadline by March 15th of the award year.
NAWIC Education Foundation P.O. Box 549
Clemson, South Carolina 29633

Educating the Construction Industry Today … and Tomorrow.
NAWIC Education Foundation
P. O. Box 549
Clemson, South Carolina 29633
Toll Free: 866.277.2883 Fax: 864.656.3490