Awards and Programs
The Office for Inclusive Excellence and Impact, or IEI, coordinates university-wide programs that honor contributions made by individuals who have dedicated their life's work to civil rights, access and justice. Spartans are recognized for their exceptional and innovative contributions toward advancing inclusion.
With the support of IEI, programs are developed by committees, and MSU students, staff and faculty are invited to participate as volunteers on any of the committees listed on this website.
Committee Program Requirements
Committees are required to follow the Program Planning and Operating Procedures Manual.
If you have any questions, email inclusion@msu.edu.
Photo and video consent
Photography and video recording can occur at awards programs, where people in the background may be captured on camera. At MSU, we value consent and will be thoughtful in considering the use of such photography, filming and/or recording in any university use. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact inclusion@msu.edu.
Inclusive Excellence Awards
The IEA program recognizes the exceptional and innovative contributions of students, staff and faculty to advancing inclusion at MSU.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Commemorative Celebration
Held each January to celebrate Dr. King’s life and legacy.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship
Awarded to MSU students who are actively involved in social justice and equity activities in their communities.
César E. Chávez and Dolores Huerta Celebration
Held to honor the labor leader and civil rights activists' lives and work.
Inclusive Excellence and Impact Speaker Series
Join Vice President Jabbar R. Bennett, Ph.D., for a conversation on current higher education topics.
