Please respond to at least two (2) but no more than four (4) questions from the list below. Your responses to these questions should be written in paragraph form, and will help our committee better understand your reasons for nominating this individual for the Women's Leadership or Male Ally Award. Be sure to include specific examples of the ways s/he has affected the Miami University or local community through her/his actions and attitudes.

1. How does the nominee inspire or empower women to work toward their fullest potential?
2. How does the nominee work in the best interest of women on a regular basis (please consider common-place occurrences as well as the seemingly "extra-ordinary")?
3. What events, projects, classes, organizations, etc., is the nominee involved with that demonstrate commitment to women's issues?
4. What challenges or barriers has the nominee faced in her/his work toward fostering and supporting the contributions of women?
5. How does the nominee distinguish herself/himself as a leader?
6. How does the nominee foster leadership in women?
7. How does the nominee generally inspire a passion for greater understanding of gender issues and diversity in the Miami community?