The University of Washington values the diverse and indispensable contributions of its 19,000 classified and professional staff. Staff members perform a vast array of critical duties that support the University's commitment to excellence through educating tomorrow's leaders, discovering new science, creating new technologies, and enriching our lives through the arts and athletics. From accountants to word processors, from the Friday Harbor Laboratories to the Pack Forest, each staff person is a vital member of our University community. The Distinguished Staff Award is the University's opportunity to honor the extraordinary accomplishments of staff.

2008 Awardees

• Philip Mote, Joint Institute for the Study of the Atmosphere and Oceans (JISAO)'s Climate Impacts Group
• Robin Bennett, Medical Genetics Clinic
• Hendrik Simons, Center for Aeronautical Astrophysics and Nuclear Physics
• Sue Park, Custodial Services
• Mona Pitre-Collins, Center for Experiential Learning