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2026 Ver Steeg Awards

Faculty Award

Jessica WinegarJessica Winegar | Professor of Anthropology and Hamad Bin Khalifa Al-Thani Chair in Middle East and North African Studies, Department of Anthropology, Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences

“Professor Winegar goes above and beyond in fulfilling her job in ways that are exceptional, conscientious, and infused with decades of experience. As someone incredibly accomplished in their field she remains humble, approachable, and unpretentious.”

Staff Award

Shelley PowersShelley Powers | Senior Program Administrator, Department of Psychology and Cognitive Science, Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences

“When students experience difficult meetings, stressful milestones, or uncertainty about their progress, they turn to Shelley not only for procedural guidance but for reassurance. She listens carefully, asks thoughtful questions, and ensures students feel heard and valued.”