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Across our field, progress is driven by people who see possibilities where others see challenges – leaders who bring people together, mentors who invest in the next generation, and changemakers whose work strengthens international education in ways that often extend far beyond their own institutions. Now is the time to recognize those leaders by nominating them for an AIEA Award. 

Each year, we honor leaders, innovators, scholars, and dedicated colleagues whose service, vision, and commitment have helped advance international higher education and strengthen our global community. Who has made a difference in your professional journey? Who is leading with courage, creating meaningful change, advancing new thinking, or quietly making an impact that deserves to be recognized? 

We invite you to take a moment to nominate a deserving colleague to honor excellence, amplify their work, and celebrate their impactful contributions to our field. 

Nominations close: October 1, 2026.
Award nominations are open to all, including AIEA members, non-members, and partners.

Learn more here.