Models of Excellence
The Models of Excellence program was introduced to
encourage excellence, provide inspiring role models for emulation, and recognize
innovative staff accomplishments that reflect initiative, leadership,
collaboration, increased efficiency, and a deep commitment to service. For
information about this and previous years’ honorees, select the award type below.
Components of the Models of Excellence Program
Click below for information about the standards, nomination process and awards for each Models of Excellence component program, and for details about former winners and nominees.
- Models of Excellence Award – Introduced in 1999, this component of the program recognizes notable staff member accomplishments at Penn that reflect initiative, leadership, increased efficiency and a deep commitment to service.
- Commitment to Excellence – Introduced in 2004, this component provides leadership with a vehicle for recognizing outstanding commitment to the University in times of unprecedented, extraordinary situations.
- Model Supervisor Award – Introduced
in 2007, this component honors “model” supervisors for the behaviors that make them successful and constructive contributors to Penn’s success.
According to feedback from many quarters, the Models of
Excellence program has met its goals. Staff members say they feel more connected to Penn's
successes. In addition to affecting those who are
recognized each year, this program touches those who
have been nominated, those who submit
nominations and references, those who work with the honorees, and family members
and friends of the honorees. They all are invited to the award ceremony and
reception in the spring to celebrate the accomplishments of their colleagues.
In keeping with the goal to provide models for others to emulate, this
program includes broad publicity about the annual Models of
Excellence program honorees and their achievements.
If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at or 215-898-0380.