Employee Recognition
Employee recognition programs, including Employees of the Month and Year, the Annual Employee Recognition Program, State of Kansas and University service awards, and other recognition programs.
The University of Kansas (KU) recognizes the service and dedication of its outstanding employees through various ceremonies and awards presentations held throughout the year.
Employees of the Month and Year
Learn more about KU's program to recognize outstanding employees of the month and year, including past winners and information about the nomination and selection process.
Annual Employee Recognition Program
Learn more about the Annual Employee Recognition Program hosted each spring by HRM where a number of awards are presented.
- 2021 Employee Recognition Ceremony
- 2020 Employee Recognition Ceremony
- 2019 Employee Recognition Ceremony
- 2018 Employee Recognition Ceremony
- 2017 Employee Recognition Ceremony
- 2016 Employee Recognition Ceremony
- 2015 Employee Recognition Ceremony
Team Awards
Learn more about Team Awards which may be presented each year as part of the Annual Employee Recognition Program.
KU Service Award
Learn more about the KU Service Award which celebrates the long term service of University employees.
State of Kansas Service Awards
Learn more about the State of Kansas Service Award which celebrates the long term service of University employees.
Chancellor's Holiday Reception
Learn more about the Chancellor's Holiday Reception for KU employees held each December.
Faculty and Academic Staff Retirement Luncheon
Learn more about the luncheon held each year shortly after commencement to honor faculty who have recently retired.
Unclassified Staff and Faculty Retirement Luncheon
Each spring, the University hosts a luncheon to honor university support staff and unclassified professional staff who have retired since July 1 of the previous year or will retire by June 30 of the current year.
