Jennifer McNeill Honored with the NACCU J. Paul Melanson Award
Jennifer McNeill Honored with the NACCU J. Paul Melanson Award
Phoenix, AZ – April 17, 2025 – NACCU is proud to announce that Jennifer McNeill has been presented with the NACCU J. Paul Melanson Award. The award was presented by outgoing NACCU President Janet Rauhe during the Awards Luncheon at the NACCU 2025 Annual Conference in Henderson, Nevada on April 9, 2025.
The J. Paul Melanson award is named in honor of one of the founders of NACCU. This premier award is given to members of the college and university community and campus card corporate members who have spurred the growth of the campus card industry, been pioneers in campus cards, significantly and freely helped NACCU members to implement or advance systems on their campuses, or been instrumental in the growth and stability of NACCU.
A long-standing and deeply respected member of the NACCU community, Jennifer McNeill has been instrumental in fostering innovation and supporting peers across institutions. Known for her collaborative spirit and unwavering commitment, she has consistently stepped forward to share her knowledge, provide mentorship, and promote best practices that have helped shape the future of campus programs across North America.
Jennifer's impact is felt not only through her technical expertise but also through her advocacy for cross-campus cooperation and her tireless support of her colleagues, particularly within the Canadian NACCU community. Whether speaking at conferences, offering strategic insights, or guiding institutions through challenges, she has served as a trusted voice and a passionate ambassador for NACCU’s mission.
In recognition of her outstanding service and transformative contributions to the field, NACCU proudly presents the 2025 J. Paul Melanson Award to Jennifer McNeill.
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NACCU provides members access to a network of campus identification and transaction system resources to integrate and streamline campus operations, and enhance the student experience. NACCU’s mission is to advance the position of higher education transaction and identity systems through professional development and leadership opportunities for its members to stay current in an ever-changing environment.