University of Southern Indiana Outreach and Engagement is now accepting nominations for the 2023 M. Edward Jones Engagement Award through Friday, February 24. The M. Edward Jones Engagement Award recognizes USI employees, retirees, students, alumni, board members and trustees who profoundly enrich the lives of citizens in the Tri-state region through service, leadership and volunteerism by fulfilling the outreach mission of USI.
“Now in its eighth year, many deserving members of the USI community have been recognized for exemplifying the missions of USI and Outreach and Engagement,” says Leslie Townsend, Director of Community Engagement. “These individuals are making a profound impact in the region through their service.”
The award was founded in 2015 to honor M. Edward Jones, Vice Provost Emeritus for USI Outreach and Engagement. Jones, Founding Director of Continuing Education (now Outreach and Engagement), was a key player in creating and expanding outreach efforts during his USI career from 1974 to 2010. His endeavors significantly bolstered the growth and range of programs offered by Outreach and Engagement.
Dr. Kelly Sparks, Associate Professor of Education, was the 2022 recipient. The award recognized her devotion to lifelong learning, including her work creating service-learning opportunities, leading STEM-related workshops and supporting K-12 teachers around the state.
Faculty, staff, retirees, students and alumni may submit nominations at USI.edu/JonesAward.
Outreach and Engagement’s mission is to provide and facilitate quality educational, research, and technical services for people, groups and organizations in Indiana and the Tri-state. These activities support and promote individual well-being, social and cultural enrichment, economic opportunity and regional development.
