In 1996, the Chancellor’s Advisory Committee on Honors recommended creating a new honor, known today as “The Chancellor’s Citation” (originally named “The Chancellor’s Distinguished Honor Award”). A framed document bearing the University seal, the Chancellor’s Citation must be awarded by the Chancellor or the Chancellor’s delegate at a public function. It may not be awarded in absentia. Approval of the award is kept confidential prior to the presentation so that the award will come as a surprise to the recipient.
The Chancellor’s Citation is intended for distinguished visitors — such as heads of state, artists of international fame, and other renowned personages — whose activities are primarily outside the campus community, whose presence honors and benefits Berkeley, and whose great achievements in their fields the University salutes.
Those wishing to nominate someone should submit a written nomination to the Chancellor, stating why the person should be considered for the award. The Chancellor has sole discretion over who shall receive the award.
View the list of recipients of the Chancellor’s Citation. (You will need Adobe Acrobat software to view or print the recipient list.)
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