Celebrating the People Who Shape the Future of Medicine
At California Northstate University College of Medicine, we believe in recognizing and celebrating the outstanding contributions of our faculty and staff. These awards honor individuals who exemplify excellence in academics, research, mentorship, service, leadership, and innovation.
The Faculty MVP (Most Valuable Professional) Award honors a medical school faculty member who exemplifies extraordinary dedication, versatility, and impact across multiple domains of academic medicine. This individual consistently goes above and beyond in service to students, colleagues, and the institution, embodying the spirit of collaboration, excellence, and reliability. Whether through exceptional teaching, innovative research, clinical leadership, or institutional service, the Faculty MVP is someone whose contributions are indispensable and whose presence elevates the entire community.
This award recognizes a faculty member who has made outstanding contributions to basic science research in the medical school setting. The recipient is honored for their innovation, scholarly excellence, and impactful discoveries that advance scientific knowledge.
This award honors a physician faculty member who has demonstrated exceptional achievement in clinical or translational research. The recipient is recognized for their significant contributions to advancing medical knowledge, improving patient care, and bridging the gap between research and clinical practice. Their work reflects a strong commitment to scientific inquiry, academic excellence, and the integration of research into the practice of medicine.
This award honors a faculty member who has shown exceptional dedication to mentoring their colleagues in both professional and academic development. Nominated by fellow faculty, the recipient is recognized for offering meaningful guidance, support, and inspiration while fostering growth in teaching, research, clinical care, and leadership. Their commitment to creating a collaborative and supportive academic environment has left a lasting impact on the success and well-being of their peers.
This award honors a faculty member who has demonstrated a deep and sustained commitment to community engagement and service. The recipient is recognized for their meaningful contributions to improving the health and well-being of local, regional, or global communities through outreach, advocacy, education, or partnership-building. Their work exemplifies the mission of academic medicine to serve society and reflects a strong dedication to social responsibility and community impact.
This award recognizes a faculty member who has demonstrated exceptional creativity and innovation in medical education, research, clinical practice, or community engagement. The recipient is honored for developing novel approaches, technologies, or programs that enhance learning, advance healthcare, or improve institutional effectiveness. Their forward-thinking contributions embody the spirit of innovation and inspire progress within academic medicine.
The Staff Rising Star Award honors an emerging leader among the College of Medicine's staff who has demonstrated exceptional promise, initiative, and impact early in their career. This award recognizes a staff member who consistently exceeds expectations, embraces challenges with enthusiasm, and contributes fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to their team and the broader college community.
The Staff Service and Dedication Award honors a staff member whose exceptional service and dedication have made a lasting impact on the medical school community. Recipients consistently go above and beyond, showing professionalism, compassion, and strong commitment to academic medicine. Whether supporting students, faculty, or operations, they are reliable, resourceful, and respected, embodying integrity, teamwork, and excellence.
Presented by CNUCOM students, these awards celebrate faculty and staff members who have gone above and beyond in inspiring, supporting, and educating the next generation of physicians.