The National Center for Women & IT (NCWIT) Higher Education Alliance will be recognizing a distinguished educator or staff who has effectively challenged and changed the systems that shape the experiences of women undergraduates in postsecondary computing programs. We seek nominees who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to and success in creating long-lasting systemic change that improves the environment for students who identify as women, with attention to practices or interventions that advance the diversity, equity, and inclusion of women from historically excluded groups.  The award is given in memory of Dr. Joanne McGrath Cohoon’s outstanding research and advocacy work to broaden and enrich women’s participation in computing. The award includes a certificate and a $10,000 gift to the recipient's institution thanks to the generous sponsorship of AT&T.

The awardee and their institution must both be members of the NCWIT Higher Education Alliance and at a non-profit institution located in the U.S. (including U.S. territories).  If an individual or school is not yet a member of the NCWIT Higher Education Alliance, an opportunity for membership will be offered. Membership in NCWIT's Higher Education Alliance is free and you can become a member using this form. You must complete the alliance membership form by December 15, 2023 in order to be further considered for this award. 

**Membership in NCWIT Higher Education Alliance is a condition of this award.**