Ohio CareerDevelopment Association |
2024 OCDA AWARDS |
We want to celebrate you! Every year, OCDA recognizes professionals in the field of career development, and we are calling for this year's award nominations! Please see below for the award criteria and the career professional who won this year's award! Award winners will receive a $100 honorarium, a commemorative gift, and will be recognized at the OCDA Conference on Thursday, May 30, 2024 & Friday, May 31, 2024! Please take a moment to nominate your amazing colleagues! Read the award criteria and nominate some outstanding professionals by following THIS LINK. |
The Outstanding Graduate Award The Outstanding Graduate Award recognizes outstanding graduate students who have demonstrated exceptional commitment, initiative, and achievements in their career development during their academic journey. This award aims to acknowledge individuals who have shown remarkable dedication to preparing themselves for their future professional endeavors while excelling in their academic pursuits. Nominees must be full-time students in Ohio, masters or doctoral candidates, and in the field of career counseling, student affairs, college/student personnel, or a related field. Candidates should show competency in 3-4 of the areas below:
Selection Process: A selection committee will review the applications. The committee will assess each nominee's qualifications based on the outlined criteria and determine the recipient(s) of the award. Award Benefits: The recipient(s) will receive a $100 honorarium and a commemorative gift at the OCDA Conference. |
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Career Innovator Award This award is presented at the Ohio Career Development Association (OCDA) Conference in recognition of an individual who demonstrates innovation through specialized projects, initiatives, and/or contributions that have made a positive impact on the populations they serve. Nominees must be professionals with at least two (2) years of experience in career development or a related field. Candidates should show competency in 3-4 of the areas below:
Selection Process: A selection committee will review the applications. The committee will assess each nominee's qualifications based on the outlined criteria and determine the recipient(s) of the award. Award Benefits: The recipient(s) will receive a $100 honorarium and a commemorative gift at the OCDA Conference. |
The Bob Windle Leadership Award The Bob Windle Leadership Award recognizes seasoned professionals who have made significant and enduring contributions to the field of career development. This award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in shaping and advancing the careers of others, thereby leaving a lasting legacy within their industry or profession. The award was named in honor of Bob Windle, who won the award in 2011, for his exceptional contributions to OCDA and career counseling, exploration, transition, and resilience. Nominees must have at least eight (8) years of service in career development or a related field, must demonstrate quality of service (such as innovative programs, recognition by local organizations, publications, awards, etc.), and must serve professional association(s) at the local, state, and/or national levels. Candidates should show competency in 3-4 of the areas below:
Selection Process: A selection committee will review the applications. The committee will assess each nominee's qualifications based on the outlined criteria and determine the recipient(s) of the award. Award Benefits: The recipient(s) will receive a $100 honorarium and a commemorative gift at the OCDA Conference. |
If you have any questions about the award process, please contact Awards Chair, Taylor Lincicome (tlincicome@cscc.edu).