SASEsalutes Military Service Awards Overview

The SASEsalutes Military Service Awards honor those of Asian heritage who serve or have served in our country’s military. The program aims to support the transition of veterans entering the civilian workforce, acknowledge the achievements of Asian-heritage Americans within the U.S. Military, and build awareness about the merits and benefits of a military career within the Asian community.

Organizations nominate active or veteran military employees that meet or exceed the criteria in one of three categories. Each organization is limited to a maximum of five SASEsalutes Military Service Awards nominations. Nominations may be in one, two, or all categories but may not exceed five in total.

Each recipient will be recognized at the SASE National Convention and STEM Career Fair in Boston, October 9-12, 2024.

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Award Categories

Nominees may be eligible for recognition in only one of the categories below. Click the award title for its criteria.

SASEsalutes Promising Professional Service Award
This nominee must be a professional, in the early years (approximately 2 to 10 years in the workforce) of his or her career, who demonstrates tremendous potential for future contributions. The nominee shall have achieved some key accomplishments and shown a high level of initiative within some the following areas; leadership, teamwork, and mentoring. The candidate should be an advocate for advances in STEM and diversity in the workplace. The nominee must be either an active member of the U.S. military or a veteran of the U.S. military.

The nomination package should reflect:
1. The nominee’s current or past military service achievements
2. The nominee’s leadership abilities and initiative
3. The nominee’s professional and/or technical accomplishments
4. The nominee’s potential for advancement

The following professions will be recognized:
- Information Technologist - Nominees who specialize in the IT industry in the public or private sector and have made significant contributions in their field.
- Engineer - Nominees who specialize in the engineering field in the public or private sector and have made significant contributions in their field.
- Scientist - Nominees who specialize in the scientific field in the public or private sector and have made significant contributions in their field.
SASEsalutes Professional Service Award
A highly experienced, mid-career professional (approximately 10 to 22 years in the workforce) who has made significant discoveries, made important advances in his or her chosen career path, and is acknowledged as an expert within their field. The nominee shall have a demonstrated record of key accomplishments and shown a high level of innovation within some the following areas; leadership, teamwork, and mentoring. The candidate should be an advocate for advances in STEM and diversity in the workplace. The nominee must be either an active member of the U.S. military or a veteran of the U.S. military.

The nomination package should reflect:
1. The nominee’s current or past military service achievements
2. The nominee’s leadership and management skills
3. The nominee’s triumph over obstacles in the field
4. The nominee’s impact as a mentor to younger professionals

The following professions will be recognized:
- Information Technologist - Nominees who specialize in the IT industry in the public or private sector and have made significant contributions in their field.
- Engineer - Nominees who specialize in the engineering field in the public or private sector and have made significant contributions in their field.
- Scientist - Nominees who specialize in the scientific field in the public or private sector and have made significant contributions in their field.
SASEsalutes Career Service Award
The nominee is beyond the midpoint of his or her career (approximately 22-plus years in the work force) and has made significant achievements in leading large programs and initiatives. The nominee shall have a career history of increasing responsibilities, outstanding leadership, and holding positions of senior management. The candidate should be a leader in advocating for advances in STEM and diversity in the workplace. The nominee must be either an active member of the U.S. military or a veteran of the U.S. military.

The nominee package should reflect:
1. The nominee’s current or past military service achievements
2. The nominee’s leadership and management skills
3. The nominee’s triumph over obstacles in the field
4. The nominee’s impact as a role model for younger professionals

The following professions will be recognized:
- Information Technologist - Nominees who specialize in the IT industry in the public or private sector and have made significant contributions in their field.
- Engineer - Nominees who specialize in the engineering field in the public or private sector and have made significant contributions in their field.
- Scientist - Nominees who specialize in the scientific field in the public or private sector and have made significant contributions in their field.

SASEsalutes Military Service Awards Application Details

Eligibility

Current or past U.S. military service
Record of exemplary service to the U.S.
Be of high character and outstanding ability
Recipients must be employed by an organization that operates within the U.S.

Nominations must be submitted by the nominee’s Asian ERG, D&I, or authorized company/military representative. Organizations may submit a maximum of five nominees.
Organizational Advisory Council members may select an additional five nominees (total of 10).

Application Package

Application Package includes:

Online Nomination Form
CV or Resume (not required for organizations)
Short essay addressing how nominees meet or exceed award criteria (4,000 characters or less)

Timeline

Nominations Open on November 1, 2023
Nominations close on May 24, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET
Recipients will be notified by June 30, 2024

Each recipient will be recognized at the 2024 SASE National Convention and STEM Career Fair held in Boston, MA in October 2024. A certificate will be provided by SASE.

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