Award Recipients
The Staff Senate Presidential Citation Award for Excellence recognizes deserving offices, departments and units for going above and beyond to improve the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The award is conferred by the Staff Senate President and is reviewed and awarded by the Staff Senate Recognition Committee. Recipients receive a framed certificate and are invited to a Staff Senate Assembly meeting to be recognized.
Past Honorees
APRIL 2026
University Parking Services
Across daily work and major events, the team consistently demonstrates flexibility, responsiveness, and a commitment to problem solving—greatly enhancing the campus experience and exemplifying service to the UNL community.
MARCH 2026
Pixel Lab
The Pixel Lab is a vital resource for students, faculty, and staff, providing professional design, printing, especially large format research posters with accessible, free templates, along with photography and video services that significantly elevate vis
November 2025
UNL Housing
Demonstrate outstanding coordination, hospitality, and teamwork during the move-in process—transforming a complex logistical challenge into a welcoming and efficient experience for students, families, and volunteers.
October 2025
Employee Assitance Program
Exemplify excellence through their compassionate leadership and timely expansion of critical support services, stepping up to meet the evolving needs of our staff during a time of profound challenge.
Past Honorees II
September 2025
Nebraska 4-H Youth Development program
Nebraska 4-H Youth Development program: In recognition of the talented employees at the Nebraska 4-H Youth Development Program, & the impact they have on thousands of families in the state for your work at the Nebraska State Fair & many county fairs.
August 2025
Sheldon Museum of Art
Sheldon Museum of Art: In recognition of the talented employees at the Sheldon Museum of Art, & the way the staff engages students, staff and faculty to explore art’s potential to spark awareness & engagement within the local community and beyond.
May 2025
UNLPD
DESPITE BEING UNDERSTAFFED AND TAKING ON MULTIPLE ROLES, DURING THE 2024 HOME FOOTBALL SEASON, UNLPD DEMONSTRATED AN UNWAVERING COMMITMENT TO ENSURING THE SAFETY OF THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY, ATHLETES, AND THOUSANDS OF VISITORS.
March 2025
Office of Student Life
FOR THE TEAM'S INDIVIDUAL AND COLLECTIVE ACTIONS TO CREATE AN UNFORGETTABLE HOMECOMING EXPERIENCE FOR ALL AT THE UNIVERSITY.
Past Honorees 1
October 2024
University Communication
FOR THEIR LEADERSHIP IN UNL'S HOME AGAIN NATIONAL PROMOTIONAL VIDEO
September 2024
Office of Admissions; Office of Graduate Enrollment
FOR THEIR RECRUITMENT EFFORTS THAT LED TO AN INCREASE IN STUDENT ENROLLMENT
August 2024
Landscape Services; Facility Maintenance & Operations
FOR THEIR EFFORTS TO CLEAN UP THE CAMPUS AND RESTORE OPERATIONS IN THE AFTERMATH OF THE JULY 31 STORM
The Recognition Committee is committed to developing opportunities to recognize the approximately 4,000 staff that are the backbone of the University. These awards are a small token of appreciation to the individuals who day in and day out serve our students, campus and community. Thank you for your commitment to making Every Person and Every Interaction Matter.