Visionary Leadership Clay Award

The Clay award submissions due April 10, 2026

The Clay Award honors the founder of the Distance Learning Administration Conference and The Online Journal of Distance Learning Administration. This award recognizes a woman in higher education whose professional accomplishments reflect Dr. Clay’s visionary leadership and her commitment to advancing distance learning as both an advocate and an agent of change.

The Clay Award is awarded selectively, honoring only those whose contributions rise to its high standard of excellence. It may be presented in consecutive years when qualified nominees are identified, or it may be reserved in years when no candidate fully reflects the award’s intent. Each presentation of the Clay Award affirms exceptional achievement and lasting impact.

Nominee Information

Name of Nominee

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Why is this person being nominated to receive this award? Describe how this person has demonstrated visionary leadership and capacity to serve as an advocate and agent of change in Distance Learning.

List example(s) of how this person has proactively supported faculty and/or students and contributed as an advocate and agent of change in Distance Learning.

List any of the candidate's relevant research, publications, or awards.

Submitter Information

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If you have trouble submitting this form or don't receive a copy of your submission, please email Jesse Brewer

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