History & Criteria

History

The Welsh Award award was established in 2011 by Eugene Lang ’38, H’81 in honor of Suzanne P. Welsh, then-vice president for finance and treasurer of the College, and recognizes the essential role that all staff members play in the success of the College and in the lives of Swarthmore students. Award winners receive a cash award, a student scholarship donation in their name, and recognition at the spring All Staff meeting.

Any member of the College community may nominate a staff member for this award.

Criteria

We are looking for nominees who demonstrate:

COMMITMENT TO THE COLLEGE’S MISSION

Demonstrating a firm understanding of the College’s goals and mission through their daily work. Contributing to the campus community by directly or indirectly helping students realize their full intellectual and personal potential.

INTEGRITY

Demonstrating good character and exercising principles which are aligned with the values of the College, including access, diversity, and inclusivity, and a commitment to the common good.

DEDICATED SERVICE

Providing exceptional service to the people at the College and, as appropriate, to the wider community. Giving fully of their talents and abilities while at work.

INITIATIVE

Identifying and addressing the College needs and demands in resourceful ways. Demonstrating ingenuity and working effectively to support the success of the College.

QUALITY OF WORK

Performing their duties in an accurate, thorough, and timely way.

We deeply value our Swarthmore College faculty members. However, they are not eligible to receive this award.