Beginning in OMA&D’s 55th year, the Spark Award is a new recognition which formally acknowledges another community member whose diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) leadership inspires young changemakers, and exemplifies the spirit of the Charles E. Odegaard award. It recognizes the accomplishments of a recent Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ graduate, who made significant DEI contributions during their time as a Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ student and continues to do so post-graduation.