Levin Awards: Celebrating Leadership, Service, and Impact

As part of the Levin College of Public Affairs and Education's 50th anniversary celebration, the college will recognize individuals whose leadership, achievements, and commitment have strengthened Levin and advanced its mission.

Through the Levin Catalyst Award and Levin Impact Award, the college honors those whose influence has created opportunities, strengthened organizations and communities, and helped shape future generations of leaders.

The nomination period is August 14 through September 18, 2026. Recipients will be recognized during the Levin College 50th Anniversary Celebration on March 2, 2027.


Levin Catalyst Award

Recognizing extraordinary contributions to Levin College 

The Levin Catalyst Award honors an individual whose vision, leadership, partnership, generosity, advocacy, or service has made a significant and lasting contribution to the success of the Levin College of Public Affairs and Education. 

This distinguished recognition is reserved for those whose commitment has strengthened the college, expanded opportunities for students, fostered meaningful partnerships, and elevated Levin's impact and reputation.


Levin Impact Award

Recognizing alumni who create lasting change 

The Levin Impact Award recognizes alumni who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement, leadership, and service while creating meaningful and lasting change in place, policy, or practice. 

Recipients embody the spirit of Levin through their leadership, influence, and commitment to strengthening communities and institutions. The award celebrates graduates whose accomplishments reflect the college's mission of preparing leaders who turn ideas into action.

Contact Information

Mailing Address
Cleveland State University
2121 Euclid Avenue, UR335
Cleveland, OH 44115

Campus Location
Urban Building, Room 335
1717 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: 216.687.2135