2026 NISOD Excellence Awards Recipients
January 27, 2026
St. Philip’s College is proud to announce its 2026 Excellence Award recipients from the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD).
The NISOD Excellence Awards honor individuals who demonstrate exceptional work and dedication on their college campuses. Since 1991, more than 30,000 educators and staff members have received this prestigious recognition.
Each year, NISOD member colleges submit individuals who have demonstrated outstanding commitment and contribution to their students and colleagues. All individuals whose names are submitted are recognized as NISOD Excellence Award recipients. Each recipient is awarded a unique silver medallion engraved with The University of Texas and NISOD insignias.
St. Philip’s College recipients in alphabetical order:
Beatrice Avila
Assistant Professor
Candace Barnett
Academic Program Coordinator
Mary Bozeman
Certified Advisor
Dr. Tomeka Cross Wilson
Academic Program Director, Title III Grants Management Office
Mary Gentry
Associate Professor
Marsha Hall
Dean of Performance Excellence
Allen Hamilton
Professor
David Kisel
Associate Professor
Dr. Joseph Kulhanek
Chair of the Allied Construction Trades
Patricia Lamson
Assistant Professor
Paul Lede
Coordinator – Student Success
Benjamin Ochoa
Associate Professor
Steven Zuniga
Data Analyst – Student Success
SOURCE: National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD)