GLBT Award presentation is April 8 at Nebraska Union

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Chancellor Harvey Perlman will present the Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Community in a ceremony at 3:30 p.m. April 8 in the Nebraska Union, 1400 R St.

The annual award recognizes outstanding efforts by an individual or an organization to create an inclusive, respectful and safe climate for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people at UNL. Past recipients have demonstrated a sustained and tangible impact on the campus community through advocating for GLBT individuals, groups and issues in UNL campus settings; coordinating academic department or staff units that promote the professional advancement of GLBT faculty and staff members; creating projects that promote greater awareness of GLBT issues, including actual and potential oppression within the university; and designing activities and programs that convey personal safety and mutual respect for and among GLBT students, faculty and staff. This year's nominees are Gina Matkin, assistant director of the Nebraska Unions; Joy Ritchie, professor of English and director of the Women's Studies program; Kim Sallans, graduate assistant in the University Health Center; and the UNL Residence Life staff under the direction of Douglas Zatechka, director of University Housing.

The award presentation will be followed by a reception. The public is invited to the ceremony and the reception.

CONTACT: Robin Whisman, GLBT Award Co-Chair, (402) 472-4769 (rwhisman2@unl.edu); or
Vernon Williams, GLBT Award Co-Chair, (402) 472-4354 (vwilliams1@unl.edu)