Berkeley Citation

The Berkeley Citation is awarded to a variety of distinguished individuals or organizations, academic or nonacademic, whose contributions to UC Berkeley go beyond the call of duty and whose achievements exceed the standards of excellence in their fields. The Chancellor works closely with an advisory committee to confidentially select each recipient. Please note that the committee may recommend the awarding of a different honor. The Chancellor or a delegate gives the citation at a public function, and recipients must be present to accept it.

Past Recipients

Nomination Process

Deadline:

Fall 2025 — September 19, 2025

Spring 2026 — April 24, 2026

Faculty, administrators/staff, friends, and organizations are eligible for the Berkeley Citation. To nominate someone, please submit the following:

  1. One nomination letter from the head or chair of the department and a minimum of three letters that reflect a variety of viewpoints. Include the nominee’s and nominator’s contact information in the nomination letter, the date of presentation, and the nature of the occasion. Address the letters to Chancellor Rich Lyons. 

  2. Biographical information, as well as examples of what distinguishes your nominee in their field and how they have provided extraordinary service to the university beyond teaching, research, or nonacademic career responsibilities.

  3. A description and examples of your nominee’s leadership skills, character, and broad impact on their community, profession, or society.

Nominate

If approved, when do you want to present award.
Retirement Ceremony, Public Lecture, etc - What type of event will the presentation be at?
Who will present the award if it is awarded.

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