The Jenzabar Impact Awards Return for a Second Year!
The Jenzabar Impact Award recognizes an individual, program, or department at a Jenzabar client institution who has gone above and beyond in their role on campus to make an impact on students, community, and/or employees. Nominated by a peer at their institution, the individual or department will show excellence in promoting student success and development. This can be through a new program or initiative the nominee created or through individual or team contributions.
Criteria and Guidelines
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Impact Award Application
A committee of Jenzabar team members will review all applications and select 3 finalists. The committee will interview finalists and select the winner. The winner will receive a $20,000* grant to be used for the program, initiative, or department of the individual to continue the enhancement of student success and outcomes on their campus.
*Checks will be given to the institution to distribute to department or program. They are not given to the individual personally.
Nominations for the 2025 Jenzabar Impact Award are now closed!
Congratulations to the 2025 Jenzabar Impact Award Winners!
Ready to Work Building Construction Program
The Ready to Work Building Construction Program at Mid-Plains Community College is an innovative initiative aimed at providing high school students with hands-on experience in construction and trade skills. These students build “Tiny Homes” in a classroom, and then donate them to a local shelter to help house homeless veterans, turning a classroom project into a life-changing community service. It’s a powerful example of how education, skills training, and compassion can come together to make a lasting impact.
Defiance College Academy
The Defiance College Academy helps students who didn’t meet traditional college admission standards get back on track with a 16-week program focused on academic skills, career exploration, and personal growth. Graduates earn college credits, receive strong support, and even have a guaranteed path into college, the workforce, or the military.
VU Tiger Pantry
The VU Tiger Pantry at Voorhees University is a student-run pantry that helps fight student food insecurity by offering free groceries, snacks, and essentials in a market-style setting. Students can easily order items online and pick them up on campus, and it is available to all students on campus.
The First-Generation Holistic Student Support Initiative
This initiative gives First-Generation college students the tools, community, and support they need to succeed. Through mentorship, a student-led club, essential supplies, and academic guidance. With over a third of SEU students being First-Gen, this program is all about helping them feel seen, supported, and ready to thrive in college and beyond.
Impact Day
Impact Day is a campus-wide service event where students, faculty, and staff step out of the classroom to serve the Tampa Bay community. This day inspires students to discover the power of giving back and making a real difference in their community.