Leadership Excellence Award:
Awarded to a member of the Executive Council who has shown exceptional leadership of ACWHE and mentorship to other members. 

2025 Recipient:

Dr. Dana Tribble

Arkansas Tech University

Outstanding Member Award:
Awarded to a member to recognize their outstanding and noteworthy contributions to ACWHE, their university, and fellow professionals. The award is not designed to recognize a single achievement, but rather collective contributions complemented by singular works exemplifying the objectives and attributes of ACWHE. 

2025 Recipient:

Jill Simons

Arkansas State University

Rising Star Award:
Awarded to a graduate student or entry-level professional who has shown exceptional promise and made a significant impact within their work.

2025 Recipient:

Mary Margaret Debow

University of Arkansas: Pulaski Technical College

Significant Scholarship in Women’s Leadership In Higher Education Award:
Awarded to a professional who has contributed to the advancement and scholarship of higher education.

2025 Recipient:

Jeanine Myers

Arkansas Tech University

Stand Out Staff Award: Awarded to a member to recognize their outstanding and noteworthy contributions to ACHWE, their institution, and fellow professionals. The award is not designed to recognize a single achievement, but rather collective contributions complemented by singular works exemplifying the objectives and attributes of ACWHE.

2025 Recipient:

Stephanie Swatzel

Arkansas Tech University