Annual Conference Awards
Each year at our annual conference, CCID honors outstanding educators among our membership for their work in international education.
Nominations for 2027 will open in November 2026. Winners will be announced at the CCID Annual Conference in Washington, D.C. in February 2027.
Nominations for 2027 will open in November 2026. Winners will be announced at the CCID Annual Conference in Washington, D.C. in February 2027.
Werner Kubsch Award
The Werner Kubsch Award is presented annually to an international educator from a CCID member institution who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in international education related to community colleges and similar institutions worldwide.
A nominee must be a leading advocate for international education through curriculum/culture development, study abroad, faculty exchanges, educational linkages, or other international projects at his or her institution and should exemplify career dedication to the field. The winner will be selected by the CCID Board of Directors and the Awards Selection Committee.
The winner will receive:
A nominee must be a leading advocate for international education through curriculum/culture development, study abroad, faculty exchanges, educational linkages, or other international projects at his or her institution and should exemplify career dedication to the field. The winner will be selected by the CCID Board of Directors and the Awards Selection Committee.
The winner will receive:
- A beautiful hand blown glass award
- An invitation to present their work at the CCID Annual Conference
- A gift of US $500.00
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This award is named in honor of Dr. Werner O. Kubsch (1922–1992), a German citizen who deeply valued the community college concept and the transformative power of international education. Dr. Kubsch was the founder and president of Studiosus Reisen München, which grew to become the largest independent educational and cultural travel organization in Europe. Throughout his career, he championed global learning opportunities and fostered cross-cultural understanding. His vision and commitment established a strong and enduring relationship with CCID, making him a respected figure within our community.
In recognition of his legacy, this award seeks to celebrate individuals and institutions that embody his spirit. When evaluating nominations, in addition to the established criteria, we will place special emphasis on creativity, innovation, and demonstrable impact in advancing international education. |
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2026 WinnerDr. Katie Caruso
Associate Vice Chancellor for Honors and International Education Lone Star College Texas, USA Read more... |
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2025 Winner |
Previous Winners
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2024Ms. Deborah Nakagawa
Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Community Colleges UH Community Colleges International Education Director University of Hawaii Community Colleges 2023Dr. Katherine Schuster
Distinguished Professor of Education Global Studies Coordinator Oakton College 2022Dr. Richard Johnson
Director, Office of International Education Professor of English & Humanities Harper College |
- 2020: Ricardo Castro-Salazar, Vice President of International Education, Pima Community College
- 2019: Linda Yazdani, Director of International Student Services, Red Rocks Community College
- 2018: Suzanne LaVenture, Director of International Education, Davidson-Davie Community College
- 2017: Jennifer Oliver, Executive Director Academic Affairs, Box Hill Institute
- 2016: Ross Jennings, VP International Programs & Extended Learning, Green River College
- 2015: Dawn Wood, Dean of International Programs, Kirkwood Community College
- 2014: Dr. Annouska Remmert, Lorain County Com College, Elyria, OH
- 2013: Dr. Barbara Burton, Illinois Central College, East Peoria, IL
- 2012: Dr. Manuel Gonzalez, Northampton Community College, Bethlehem, PA
- 2011: Dr. Geoff Bradshaw, Madison Area Technical College, Madison, WI
- 2010: Ronald X. Roberson, Howard Community College, Columbia, MD
- 2009: Dr. Michael Hatton, Humber College, Toronto, ON, CA
- 2008: Dr. Grace Liu, St. Louis Community College, St. Louis, MO
- 2007: Ms. Linda Korbel, Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL
- 2006: Mr. Robert Keener, Sinclair Community College, Dayton, OH
- 2005: Dr. Jack Bermingham, Highline Community College, Des Moines, WA
- 2004: Dr. Donald Matthews, Daytona Beach Com. College, Daytona Beach, FL
- 2003: Dr. Kent Farnsworth, Crowder College, Neosho, MO
- 2001: Mr. Francisco Bertot, Rancho Santiago CC District, Santa Ana, CA
- 2000: Dr. Richard Fonte, Austin Community College, Austin, TX
- 1999: Dr. Maxwell King, Chair Emeritus, CCID, Florida
- 1998: Dr. Tom Carey, North Hennepin CC, Brooklyn Park, MN
- 1997: Dr. Carl Kuttler, St. Petersburg Junior College, St Petersburg, FL
- 1996: Mr. Tony Digenakis, Delaware Tech & Com College, Dover, DE
- 1995: Dr. Paul McQuay, Delaware Co. Com. College, Media, PA
- 1994: Dr. Richard Romano, Broome Community College, Binghamton, NY
- 1993: Dr. Bill Green, Broward Community College, Ft Lauderdale, FL
- 1992: Dr. Richard Wood, College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL
- 1991: Ms. Julia Ribley, Valencia Community College, Orlando, FL
- 1990: Prof. Lillian Swarth, Nassau Community College, Flushing, NY
- 1989: Dr. Wilbur J. Collin, Grant MacEwan Com. College, Alberta, Canada
- 1988: Dr. Phillip A. Gannon, Lansing Community College, Lansing, MI
- 1987: Dr. A. Hugh Adams, Broward Community College, Ft Lauderdale, FL
Entry Criteria
Nominate someone for the Werner Kubsch Award!
Please note: the criteria below is subject to change from year to year.
A nominee must be a leading advocate for international education through curriculum/culture development, study abroad, faculty exchanges, educational linkages, or other international projects at his or her institution; and should exemplify career dedication to the field.
If the nominee holds a faculty position, that person must also hold some type of leadership position in international education (e.g., Director, Senior International Officer, Coordinator). Nominees must be a current employee of a dues-paying member institution.
Self nominations are acceptable. There is an expectation that the award winner serve on the Werner Kubsch selection committee to select the next year's winner.
To nominate an individual, please provide the information below along with a 300-500 word summary on why you think this individual should be honored with this award. You will need to indicate three criteria from the following list in which the nominee has excelled, and under which the nomination is being submitted.
If the conference award committee selects your nominee as a finalist, CCID will contact the nominee to ask them to submit additional material to support their nomination. If they accept the nomination, they will be asked to provide a resume/vitae, a support letter for the nominee from the institutional executive (President, Chancellor, Rector, CEO) and additional documents they may deem relevant to the nomination.
Please note: the criteria below is subject to change from year to year.
A nominee must be a leading advocate for international education through curriculum/culture development, study abroad, faculty exchanges, educational linkages, or other international projects at his or her institution; and should exemplify career dedication to the field.
If the nominee holds a faculty position, that person must also hold some type of leadership position in international education (e.g., Director, Senior International Officer, Coordinator). Nominees must be a current employee of a dues-paying member institution.
Self nominations are acceptable. There is an expectation that the award winner serve on the Werner Kubsch selection committee to select the next year's winner.
To nominate an individual, please provide the information below along with a 300-500 word summary on why you think this individual should be honored with this award. You will need to indicate three criteria from the following list in which the nominee has excelled, and under which the nomination is being submitted.
- Developing the global competence of students at the institution by helping them understand the impact of other countries and cultures on their daily lives
- Expanding opportunities for students to study abroad
- Developing opportunities for faculty and staff to participate in international professional development or exchange
- Developing international partnerships that further the impact of international education at the institution
- Building capacity for welcoming international students through expanding pathways for study or innovative support structures on campus
- Advancing internationalization of campus curriculum through new or systemic models
If the conference award committee selects your nominee as a finalist, CCID will contact the nominee to ask them to submit additional material to support their nomination. If they accept the nomination, they will be asked to provide a resume/vitae, a support letter for the nominee from the institutional executive (President, Chancellor, Rector, CEO) and additional documents they may deem relevant to the nomination.
Faculty Innovation in Global Education Award
The Faculty Innovation in Global Education Award recognizes a faculty member from a CCID member institution for outstanding contributions to global engagement through innovative teaching and co-curricular activities.
A nominee must have contributed to the field through creating or implementing a new approach in the classroom or in co-curricular activities such as study abroad. Any full or part-time (e.g., adjunct, lecturer) teaching faculty is eligible for this award.
A nominee must have contributed to the field through creating or implementing a new approach in the classroom or in co-curricular activities such as study abroad. Any full or part-time (e.g., adjunct, lecturer) teaching faculty is eligible for this award.
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2026 WinnerDr. Girija S. Shinde
Professor of Biology Volunteer State Community College Gallatin, TN, USA Read more... |
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2025 WinnerDr. Jennifer L. O'Hara, J.D., Ed.D.
Professor, Business Law & Government SUNY Corning Community College Corning, NY, USA Read more... |
Previous Winners
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2024Professor Dane Dermody
Assistant Professor, Advanced Welding Technologies Kirkwood Community College 2023Jessica Willcox
Director of Nursing Health Sciences Division Central Georgia Technical College 2022Dr. Mukila Maitha
Associate Professor, Chair, GIS/Drone Technology Program Coordinator · Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Harper College 2021Holly Mercier
Professor, Marketing Madison Area Technical College 2021Janet Sperstad
Faculty & Director of Event Management Business Solutions Madison Area Technical College |
Entry Criteria
Nominate someone for the Faculty Innovation Award!
Please note: the criteria below is subject to change from year to year.
A nominee must have contributed to the field through creating or implementing a new approach in the classroom or in co-curricular activities such as study abroad. Any full or part-time (e.g., adjunct, lecturer) teaching faculty is eligible for this award.
Nominees must be a current teaching faulty (having taught in last two years) from a dues-paying CCID member institution.
Self-nominations are acceptable. To nominate an individual, please provide the information below along with a 300-500 word summary on why you think this individual should be honored with this award. You will need to indicate three criteria from the following list in which the nominee has excelled, and under which the nomination is being submitted.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected].
Please note: the criteria below is subject to change from year to year.
A nominee must have contributed to the field through creating or implementing a new approach in the classroom or in co-curricular activities such as study abroad. Any full or part-time (e.g., adjunct, lecturer) teaching faculty is eligible for this award.
Nominees must be a current teaching faulty (having taught in last two years) from a dues-paying CCID member institution.
Self-nominations are acceptable. To nominate an individual, please provide the information below along with a 300-500 word summary on why you think this individual should be honored with this award. You will need to indicate three criteria from the following list in which the nominee has excelled, and under which the nomination is being submitted.
- Developing innovations or new applications of an established approach in curriculum or programming that significantly impacted student outcomes in international education and/or expanded student opportunities for internationalized experiences
- Advancing international programming through curriculum innovation
- Developing innovative professional development for faculty that builds capacity for internationalization efforts
- Developing creative uses of technology in classrooms or on campus that advances internationalization efforts
- Innovating established study abroad programs or service learning abroad programs through new curriculum or technology
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected].
