Glen L. Taggart Award for Community Contributions to International Understanding
The Glen Taggart Award for Community Contribution to International Understanding is given to one or more citizens of the State of Michigan (other than Michigan State University staff and international alumni) who have made a distinct and sustained contribution to international understanding in their respective communities or in the state at large.
The aim of the award is to extend public recognition to people not affiliated with MSU who give their time, energy, and imagination to the work of promoting knowledge of and concern for all the peoples of the world.
Eligibility Requirements
Nominees can include teachers, clergy, writers or artists, members of volunteer or service organizations, or public servants, though these are just suggestions. Other individuals from a variety of community areas are eligible for the award.
Submitting a Nomination
The nomination window for the 2021 International Awards has closed. Nominations for next year's awards will open late this fall.
To submit a nomination, submit a Glen L. Taggart Award for Community Contribution to International Understanding nomination form that includes:
- The nominee's curriculum vitae or resume
- A letter of nomination, no longer than two pages, which describes the nominee's leadership and community contributions to international understanding
Glen L. Taggart Award for Community Contribution to International Understanding (PDF)
The award is named for Glen Taggart, the first dean of International Studies and Programs at MSU.
