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I'm writing to remind you that we annually seek nominations to honor the outstanding research achievements of our colleagues in CALES, Cooperative Extension, and the Experiment Station. </div>
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Awards will be presented during the 2026 CALES Research Showcase (April 30th, 2026; Student Union Grand Ballroom).</div>
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Please find information below about current awards and the nomination process. Note that these awards are presented annually, with a standing deadline for submissions.</div>
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<b>Submission Deadline for all 2026 Award Nominations: <u>Monday, March 2nd, 2026 (due to February 28</u><sup><u>th</u></sup><u> falling on a Saturday)</u></b></div>
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<span style="color: rgb(0, 36, 81);"><b>Submit Nomination Packets to: </b></span><span style="color: rgb(87, 6, 6);"><b>zaidaz@arizona.edu</b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><b>Self-Nominations Accepted!</b></span></div>
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<i>Nominations received within the last two years and not selected for an award may be re-submitted as long as the individual or team remains eligible.</i></div>
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As in previous years, we are seeking nominations for the following awards:</div>
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When submitting, please include the name and unit for the individual to be nominated, and the name of the award that they are being nominated for.</div>
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We look forward to your submissions!</div>
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