Welcome to our guide on how to approve or deny nominations for awards! This process is essential for ensuring that the right candidates are recognized for their achievements. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to make your final award decisions with ease.

Once evaluations are complete, it's time for Admins to take action by approving or denying the final award decisions. This step is crucial in the award granting process, and we’re here to help you navigate it smoothly.

Follow these simple steps to approve or deny nominations:

1. Go to the Awards section.

2. Locate the nominations that are marked as “Open.”

3. Click on View/Controls.

4. Under Nomination Controls, select either Nomination Approved or Nomination Denied.

5. (Optional) Notify the State Chair with a message if you wish to provide additional context.

6. ✅ To finalize an exclusive award, make sure to check Mark all remaining nominations as denied.

By following these steps, you can efficiently manage the nominations and ensure that deserving candidates receive their awards. Thank you for your commitment to recognizing excellence!