Please note – our website is under construction. The pandemic has impacted our programing, awards and scholarships. Contact opd@vccs.edu before completing any awards and scholarship applications.
Awards & Scholarships
Each year, outstanding faculty, staff, and administrators are recognized for their contributions to the system.
Awards range from individual recognition for teaching and learning contributions, to team awards for groups at colleges working together to advance the VCCS mission. The VCCS proudly acknowleges teaching excellence in a variety of ways.
To learn more about each award click on the links below:
Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE)
The Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE) acknowledges one teaching faculty member annually who distinctly represents the teaching excellence found at VCCS college(s). The award provides the recipient with a VCCS stole suitable for wearing with academic regalia and $5,000.
George B. Vaughan Leadership Award for Outstanding Adjunct Faculty
SCHEV Outstanding Faculty Awards (OFA)
The SCHEV Outstanding Faculty Awards (OFA) recognize excellence in teaching, research and service among the faculties of Virginia’s public and private colleges and universities. The VCCS is proud of the increasing numbers of community college faculty receive this award.
Excellence in Education (EIE) Awards
The Excellence in Education (EIE) Awards acknowledge the enhancement of student success within the VCCS. Nominations for 2020 will open soon. More information to come.
Susan S. Wood Professorship for Teaching Excellence
Scholarships
The VCCS Office of Professional Development is pleased to offer an array of scholarship opportunities to our administrators, faculty, and staff. Whether you’re ready to pursue your baccalaureate or terminal degree, the VCCS is ready to support you.
To learn more about each professorship and fellowships, click the links below:
Chancellor’s Faculty Fellowship
Chancellor’s Commonwealth Professorship Program
The Chancellor’s Commonwealth Professorship Program recognizes and supports teaching excellence.