Know of University of Iowa staff members who have done something really great for the university, the community, or the state? Now's your chance to nominate them for some of the university's top staff honors.

The UI Staff Council welcomes nominations for annual awards by Friday, May 2. Any member of the university community—staff, faculty, or student—can nominate colleagues for the following:

• Board of Regents Excellence Award: Recognizes staff for outstanding accomplishments and contributions to the institution and the state
• UI Outstanding Staff Award: For current staff whose accomplishments or contributions have benefited or brought recognition to the university
• David J. Skorton Award for Excellence in Public Service: Honors individuals who've shown exceptional imagination and dedication to improving the UI community.

Complete nominations must include a letter of nomination, two additional letters that support the nomination, and the nominee's current job description. An optional curriculum vitae or résumé of the nominee can be included.

Submit nominations online via the Staff Council website.