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SAS Staff, Faculty, and Community Awards

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SAS Staff, Faculty, and Community Awards

Each year, Student Accessibility Services (SAS) recognizes faculty and staff who exemplify the best in advocating and enhancing accessibility through the Sarah Volante Facilitator Award, Access Ambassador Award, and Collaborative Partner Awards.

SAS Sarah Volante Facilitator Award

The SAS Sarah Volante Facilitator Award is in honor of Brown alum Sarah Volante and her family. This award is given annually to a Brown University administrator or staff who has demonstrated exceptional awareness, inclusiveness, and support for students with disabilities. 

SAS Access Ambassador Award

The SAS Access Ambassador Award is given annually to a Brown University faculty member who has demonstrated exceptional awareness, inclusiveness, and support for students with disabilities in fulfilling Brown University’s academic mission.

Collaborative Partner Awards

The Collaborative Partner Awards are selected by the dedicated staff members of SAS, in recognition of exceptional and innovative collaborations that significantly contribute to expanding opportunities and enhancing the impact of SAS.

Nominations

We welcome nominations from the Brown community for these awards. If you would like to nominate a faculty or staff member, please fill out the Nomination Form by Friday, March 21, 2025 at 5 p.m. For more information, contact sas@brown.edu or visit the SAS website.  SAS Awards for students can be found here.

SAS Faculty and Staff Awardees

Sarah Volante Facilitator Award: Timothy B. Riker, M.A

SAS Access Ambassador Award: Daniel J. Katz, Ph.D.

SAS Collaborative Partner Award: Timothy R. Shiner, M.Ed.; Maria E. Suarez, MSW; Brown Center for Students of Color; Media Services

SAS Recognition Award: Mary Greineder, M.S.