
In recognition of their exceptional leadership and service in campus housing, Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµâ€™s Housing & Food Services team received the at the Association of College and University Housing Officers–International (ACUHO-I) annual conference last month.
The Presidential Service Award recognizes those who have made a lasting impact on ACUHO-I and the campus housing profession through service and leadership. It is awarded annually to one individual and one organization.
In his presentation of the award, ACUHO-I President Olan Garrett highlighted Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµâ€™s role in hosting the National Housing Training Institute (NHTI) for the past three years, along with the numerous contributions HFS staff have made across ACUHO-I.
“Since 2023, the campus has literally opened its doors to ACUHO-I to serve as the host site of the James C. Grimm National Housing Training Institute,� Garrett said during the presentation. “…That the staff takes on this responsibility during the so-called off months – and that they do so with such ease and style – is an invaluable contribution to one of our profession’s most highly regarded professional development events.�
Assistant Vice President and HFS Executive Director Josh Gana, who accepted the award on behalf of the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, said that the award reflects the deep commitment HFS staff have shown to ACUHO-I over the years.
“Our team has contributed leadership, service and expertise that have helped strengthen the student housing profession internationally, and this recognition is a testament to those efforts,â€� he said. “I was honored to accept the award on behalf of the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ.â€�
Congratulations, HFS team!