About
The B+F Bravo Award recognizes Business & Finance employees who demonstrate excellence, innovation, and dedication in support of the division’s mission, values, and guiding principles. Staff may be nominated for making a significant impact within the Business & Finance division and/or the broader University of Nebraska–Lincoln community by exemplifying one or more of the department’s six values and principles: Trust and Integrity, Collaboration, Stewardship, Invest in Our People, Deliver Clear and Consistent Service, and Communication & Drive Forward-thinking Solutions.
The award celebrates meaningful contributions across the organization and highlights individuals whose work positively impacts their teams, colleagues, and the campus community at any stage of their career.
Eligibility
Eligible employees include those who have been with B+F for at least six (6) months and are in good employment standing. Temporary employees are eligible; however, student workers and on-call employees are not eligible. Nominees may receive only one B+F Bravo Award per calendar year.
Nominations may be submitted throughout the year using the form on the B+F website.
Frequency and Amount
Up to four awards will be handed out annually. Awards will be presented in June and December. Nominations submitted December – May are considered for the June award, and nominations submitted June – November are considered for the December award.
For each award cycle, up to two recipients will be selected, representing distinct role-based categories:
Leadership Category – Eligible for employees in leadership roles (Assistant Director and above), with an award amount of $500.
Staff Category – Eligible for employees in non-leadership roles, with an award amount of $1,500.
Award and Presentation
The award will be presented by the Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance. Recipients will receive a physical award suitable for display, as well as a monetary bonus added to their paycheck.
All nominees (not just the recipients) will be recognized for their contributions by receiving a certificate acknowledging their nomination from their unit leader.