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Re: 2025 Annual Recognition Awards Nomination Form

Greetings GBAA Board of Directors and GBAA Advisory Board,

Thank you for taking time to nominate a deserving Brother for this year’s Annual Recognition Awards. Please complete the following form to highlight their achievements, contributions, and impact.

Nominee Information

            •           Nominee’s Full Name:

            •           Chapter Affiliation:

            •           Current Role/Position (if applicable):

            •           Contact Information:

Award Selection

Please indicate the award for which you are nominating a Brother (check one):

            •           Earl B. Dickerson Outstanding Achievement Award

            •           Robert L. Johnson Business Excellence Award

            •           Clarence Shelley Undergraduate of the Year Award

            •           Dan Dixon III Humanitarian of the Year Award

            •           C. Rodger Wilson Outstanding Leadership Award

Nomination Details

1. Describe how the nominee embodies the spirit and criteria of the selected award.

(For example, their outstanding achievements, business accomplishments, academic excellence, humanitarian contributions, or leadership impact.)

Response:

2. Provide specific examples of the nominee’s work, initiatives, or accomplishments that support this nomination.

Response:

3. How has the nominee impacted the Greater Beta Nupe community or their field of influence?

Response:

4. Please list any notable recognitions, honors, or achievements the nominee has received in the past.

Response:

Nominator Information

            •           Your Full Name:

            •           Chapter Affiliation:

            •           Contact Information:

            •           Relationship to Nominee:

Supporting Documents

You may attach any relevant supporting materials (e.g., letters of support, photos, articles, awards, transcripts, or other documentation) to strengthen your nomination.

Submission

Please submit completed forms by January 20, 2025 to james.beckom@yahoo.com. For questions, contact Brother James Beckom at 708.218.7392.

Award Criteria

All nominees must have been active in the GBAA within the prior two years to be eligible.

Earl B. Dickerson Outstanding Achievement Award

For Brothers who demonstrate exceptional achievement reflective of a Greater Beta Nupe.

(initial nominees Dr. Tim Simon, Dr. Joseph Coney, Dr. Lawrence White, Dr. Terrence Cason)

Robert L. Johnson Business Excellence Award

For Brothers who exemplify excellence in business through innovation, leadership, and impact.

(initial nominees Edward Hightower, Eric Nesbitt, Emmit Horne, Robert McGhee, Stephen Beard)

Clarence Shelley Undergraduate of the Year Award

For Undergraduate Brothers who achieve academic distinction and leadership on campus.

(not applicable in the current year)

Dan Dixon III Humanitarian of the Year Award

For Brothers who promote human welfare and inspire positive change.

(initial nominees William Mills, Charles Newman, John Gay)

C. Rodger Wilson Outstanding Leadership Award

For individuals with a legacy of leadership and unparalleled impact in their chosen field.

(initial nominees Michael McNeil, Eric Dunlap, Khomeini Khan)

Thank you for celebrating excellence within the Greater Beta Nupe community! Voting will be held between January 22^nd and January 30^th, 2025.

Yours in the Bond,

James W. Beckom, Beta Spring ‘90

Chairman, Greater Beta Alumni Association

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