Know an amazing instructor?
Has a VCC instructor inspired you, supported your learning, or made a positive difference in your educational experience?
The VCC Teaching Recognition Award celebrates outstanding teaching at Vancouver Community College. It gives students and colleagues an opportunity to recognize instructors who have made a meaningful impact through their teaching, encouragement, and support.
This award is about appreciation. Every instructor who receives a complete, eligible nomination will be recognized.
Who can nominate an instructor?
Current VCC students and employees can nominate a current VCC instructor.
Each nomination requires two people who support the nomination, at least one of whom must be a student. Self-nominations are not permitted.
How to nominate an instructor
- Complete the online nomination form.
- Share a short testimonial (written or video) describing how the instructor has made a difference.
- Provide the contact information of a second person who supports the nomination.
- Submit your nomination by November 27, 2026.
Think about how the instructor has inspired, encouraged, or supported learning. Sharing a specific experience can help illustrate the difference they have made.
Ready to nominate an instructor?
Complete the nomination form using the link below:

Celebrating our instructors
Every instructor who receives a complete, eligible nomination will receive a Teaching Recognition Award.
Recipients will be celebrated at an event planned for spring 2027. Testimonials or excerpts from nominations may also be shared with instructors and the VCC community.
Nomination deadline: November 27, 2026
Help us celebrate VCC instructors who make a difference!