MENASA Area Merit Awards

Supporting the Profession Middle East, North Africa, South Asia (MENASA) Global Division International Education
Application Deadline: November 15, 2024 | Award Type: regional

 

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

The MENASA Area Merit Awards are now open! Applications will close on November 15, 2024.

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! 

The MENASA Merit Awards are the following: 

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!