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The Hugh M. Jenkins Award for Excellence in Community Programming recognizes individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to promoting global understanding and international exchange in the local community. Specifically, it honors people who exemplify a spirit of volunteerism and a long-term dedication to international exchange. The award identifies individuals whose leadership encompasses outstanding skills in recruiting, training, and recognizing community volunteers. It is also intended to reward personal involvement with international students/scholars/dependents in the local community.

The nomination period for the 2027 Hugh M. Jenkins Award for Excellence in Community Programming will be announced in the fall. All KC ISSS members are invited to submit nominations for the award.

The recipient of this award will be announced by KC ISSS leadership in conjunction with the NAFSA Annual Conference and Expo.

Questions? Please contact NAFSA's International Student/Scholar Services team.

Recent Recipients

Era Schrepfer

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Foundation for International Understanding Through Students (FIUTS)
Era Schrepfer has served as Executive Director of FIUTS (the Foundation for International Understanding Through Students) since 2006. Founded in 1948, FIUTS has long been a hub for international student engagement in the Seattle area. Under Era’s leadership, the organization has deepened their work...
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Dilnoza Khasilova, PhD

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North Idaho College
Chair, Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship Knowledge Community (TLS KC)
Dilnoza Khasilova, PhD, is the director of the Adult Education Center at North Idaho College and currently serves as the Chair-elect for NAFSA's Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship Knowledge Community (TLS KC). She is a founder of the Volunteer World Language and Culture program (alumni initiative...
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Cynthia J.K. Smith

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University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
Cynthia Smith is the Assistant Director of the office of International Students and Scholars at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. Her focus is to work with programs that connect the international students with the campus and community. Cynthia started working officially in International...
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