MENASA Excellence in Collaborative Partnerships Award
Overview of Merit Awards
The MENASA (Middle-East, North Africa, South Asia) Area of NASPA was established to foster engagement and collaboration among student affairs professionals, enhancing services to students, campuses, and the student affairs field through various resources and activities. MENASA Area honors the remarkable contributions of its members who are reshaping higher education with innovative programs, exceptional services, and effective management. MENASA recognizes the contributions of members who are transforming higher education through outstanding programs, innovative services, and effective administration
The MENASA Area Merit Awards aim to highlight best practices and initiatives that reflect NASPA's core values across the region. These awards seek to recognize the significant achievements of both institutions and individuals, promoting the exchange of knowledge and effective practices among student affairs professionals and celebrate the outstanding work being done by MENASA professionals.All MENASA members are encouraged to enter recently developed and/or longstanding programs and initiatives for consideration for the MENASA Merit Awards.
Awards
Each year, MENASA NASPA recognizes the outstanding contributions of members who are transforming higher education through exceptional programs, innovative services, and effective administration. MENASA's Merit Awardscover five categories crucial to the success of students and the continued growth of the Student Affairs profession. Winners are recognized and honored at the 2025 MENASA NASPA Annual Conference at NYUAD in Abu Dhabi. If you become a MENASA NASPA member today, you will not only be able to attend the conference but also potentially have your institution recognized for outstanding contributions!
Excellence in Collaborative Partnerships
Excellence in Innovative Practices
Excellence in Student Success
Excellence in Research
Dedicated Professional (Commitment to the MENASA Area
Please review each award for individual criteria and requirements via the links below.
For any questions: Contact our Merit Awards team at menasanaspa@gmail.com.
We look forward to celebrating our deserving colleagues and peers in Abu Dhabi, UAE in April 2025!