The Hobby School of Public Affairs Leadership Award will be granted to one former Hobby School intern and to one graduate of the Hobby School’s Certified Public Manager program each year. The recipients are determined by a committee of Hobby School representatives and advisory board members. The awards will be presented at the Hobby School’s annual luncheon. 

The University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs Leadership Award honors its Hobby Fellows, Leland Fellows and Civic Houston Intern Alumni who 

• Are distinguished in their profession and poised to accomplish more
• Mentor others to help advance future leaders
• Serve as a model of excellence in civic engagement
• Committed to bettering the lives of others through public service

The University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs Leadership Award honors its Certified Public Manager Program Alumni who  

• Are distinguished in their profession and poised to accomplish more
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills within their organization
• Exemplify the Certified Public Manager Program’s professional standards including the use of best practices and management ethics
• Committed to bettering the lives of others through public service

Self-nominations are acceptable. The 2019 application deadline is September 8, 2020. Here is the nomination form.

2019 Leadership Award Recipient  Gareth Morgans		2019 Leadership Award Recipient  Ja'Nae Winfield