CWIT Community Awards recognize the contributions of exemplary members of our community, increase the visibility of their impact, and inspire others to help further the CWIT mission and uphold the CWIT values.
Awards Ceremony is May 6
Deadline for nominations is April 10
Student Academic Excellence Award
Eligibility: 2023-2024 CWIT Scholars, Cyber Scholars, Cyber Associates, T-SITE Scholars & CWIT Affiliates
A student who has developed a lifelong love for learning and discovery not only in the classroom, but also through applied learning and co-curricular experiences. Maintains a minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA.
Student Professional Excellence Award
Eligibility: 2023-2024 CWIT Scholars, Cyber Scholars, Cyber Associates, T-SITE Scholars & CWIT Affiliates
A student who demonstrates the knowledge and tools to effectively navigate their careers and to be change agents in creating technology workplaces that are diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
Student Inclusive Excellence Award
Eligibility: 2023-2024 CWIT Scholars, Cyber Scholars, Cyber Associates, T-SITE Scholars & CWIT Affiliates.
A student who regularly shares their thoughts and ideas and engages in thoughtful discussion when their ideas differ from others’. They strive to participate and create a community where people across all identities feel included, valued, and heard. The student exhibits bravery and vulnerability among CWIT community members and engages in healthy and inclusive communication.
Student Personal Excellence Award
Eligibility: 2023-2024 CWIT Scholars, Cyber Scholars, Cyber Associates, T-SITE Scholars & CWIT Affiliates.
A student who has learned to become their own advocates and to face difficult situations head-on, while also understanding when and how to seek help. The individual acts with integrity, treats others with dignity and respect, and takes initiative to develop as leaders throughout their time in our programs.
Exemplary Peer Mentor Award
Eligibility: Current Scholars and Affiliates, in the role of a Peer Mentor in 2023-2024 academic year.
The Exemplary Peer Mentor Award is given to a current CWIT Peer Mentor who has demonstrated CWIT’s values, while actively supporting and mentoring their mentee(s).
Exemplary Faculty Mentor Award
Eligibility: Current Faculty Mentor in 2023-2024 academic year.
The Exemplary Faculty Mentor Award is given to a current CWIT Faculty Mentor who has demonstrated CWIT’s values, while actively supporting and mentoring their mentee(s).
Exemplary Industry Mentor Award
Eligibility: Current or past CWIT Industry Mentor.
The Exemplary Industry Mentor Award is given to current or past CWIT Industry Mentor who has demonstrated CWIT’s value of professional excellence, while actively supporting and mentoring their mentee(s) in the area of career development.
Outstanding Campus Partner Award
Eligibility: Any UMBC faculty, staff, or unit that has collaborated with the CWIT staff in 2023-2024.
The Outstanding Campus Partner Award is given to an individual or department who has actively collaborated with the Center for Women in Technology towards the CWIT mission and goals.
Outstanding Research Partner Award
Eligibility: An individual or unit who has served as a co-principal investigator or collaborative unit on a CWIT educational research project OR any UMBC faculty member who has involved one or more CWIT students in their research.
The Outstanding Research Partner Award is given to an individual or unit who has actively collaborated with the Center for Women in Technology towards the CWIT educational research goals, and/or has involved CWIT student(s) in their own research activities.
Outstanding Alumni Partner Award
Eligibility: Alumni of the Center for Women in Technology who have collaborated with the CWIT staff in the 2023-2024 academic year.
The Outstanding Alumni Partner Award is given to a Scholar or Affiliate alumni who has made outstanding contributions in time and talent to the Center for Women in Technology in advancement of the CWIT mission.
Outstanding Professional Volunteer Award
Eligibility: A non-UMBC individual who has collaborated with the CWIT staff in 2023-2024.
The Outstanding Professional Volunteer Award is given to a group or individual who has made outstanding contributions in time and talent to the Center for Women in Technology in advancement of the CWIT mission.
Awards Ceremony is May 6
Deadline for nominations is April 10