Welcome to the Insight Into Academia Trailblazer in Higher Education Award nomination!
The Trailblazer in Higher Education Award honors visionary college and university presidents, chancellors, and institutional provosts who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in transforming the landscape of higher education.
This prestigious national award recognizes leaders who are not only bold thinkers but also courageous changemakers—those who challenge the status quo, champion access and belonging, and lead their institutions with a forward-thinking approach.
Awardees exemplify excellence in leadership through strategic innovation, institutional growth, community engagement, and a relentless commitment to student and employee success. Their work paves the way for future leaders and sets a high standard for transformative leadership in higher education.
Each award winner will receive a press release template to announce their recognition along with the opportunity to purchase advertising, award logos, and commemorative items. All winners will be included in the March 2026 issue of Insight Into Academia magazine.
Eligibility: Only presidents, chancellors, and university provosts (not associate or vice provosts) from not-for-profit institutions and system offices of higher education are eligible for nomination.
Application process:
- You may save an incomplete nomination starting on page two of the application by entering your email address at the top of the page. A personalized link will then be sent to you, allowing you to return to your partially completed application at any time.
- Please save or print a copy of your application for your records before submitting.
- If you have any questions, please contact Lenore Pearlstein at lenore@insightintoacademia.com.
Deadline: All nominations must be submitted by midnight EST on December 2, 2025.
Resources: To view/print a sample application, download the PDF.
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