Cultural and Social Activities Award Statutes

The prize will be awarded annually starting in 2025. All staff and students at the Faculty of Education can nominate candidates. The nominations should be substantiated and explicitly outline the reasons why the candidate deserves the prize.

1. The prize is awarded to an employee or group of employees who have distinguished themselves and made a significant effort to enhance job satisfaction and community spirit at the faculty.
2. It is assumed that the efforts exceed the defined responsibilities of the employee or the group.
3. The prize is awarded to an employee or group of employees who:
   1. Through their daily work, teaching, research, or roles contribute to improving the psychosocial environment or spread enthusiasm and joy in other ways,
   2. Contribute to increased understanding, cohesion, and community within and across UV's units, strengthening the sense of "us,"
   3. Advocate for the implementation and follow-up of inclusive welfare initiatives, and/or
   4. Contribute to raising awareness of the importance of a positive work environment for the well-being and mental health of staff and/or students.
   5. The prize consists of a stipend (operating) of NOK 20,000 and a graphic print. The prize will be awarded at the faculty's Christmas closing event each year in December.
4. The prize money should be used for initiatives at the faculty related to the award criteria and to promote further development of welfare offerings and the work environment.

Nominating Candidates

All staff and students at the Faculty of Education can nominate candidates for the Cultural and Social Activities Award. This also includes units, councils, committees, and organisations associated with the Faculty of Education. Nominations should be submitted via an online form, with a description of what the candidate(s) have contributed and how they meet the award criteria.

There must be at least two nominations under consideration for the prize to be awarded. The prize can be shared between one or more recipients.

Candidates must be nominated by  November 21 via an online form.

Jury

The prize winner is selected by a jury appointed by the Dean according to guidelines provided by the Faculty Board. The jury consists of the Dean of Studies, an external representative, a student from the faculty, and a representative from the HR section of the faculty.

Contact

For questions regarding the prize, please contact Rohit Joshi.