Awards and Leadership Recognition

NAFSA honors excellence in international education in many ways and at many levels. Areas of recognition include long-term service to NAFSA and the field, innovation, and collaboration. All members of the association are encouraged to participate in the awards process by submitting their nominations.

National Awards for Leadership

• Cassandra Pyle Award for Leadership and Collaboration in International Education and Exchange
• The Marita Houlihan Award for Distinguished Contributions to the Field of International Education
• The Homer Higbee Award for Distinguished Service to NAFSA
• Life Membership
  

Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization
NAFSA recognizes institutions or overall excellence in internationalization efforts as evidenced in practices, structures, philosophies, and policies.

Regional Awards for Leadership

NAFSA’s 11 regions recognize leadership and service at the regional level.
Visit the regional sites.

Knowledge Community Awards

NAFSA's knowledge communities honor their distinguished participants with several awards that are presented each year at the annual conference.
See the list of award winners.

Contact Us

For more information about the NAFSA’s recognition of leaders, please send an e-mail to leadership[at]nafsa.org.