Whereas professors used to concentrate almost exclusively on research, some professorships are now awarded to those who can demonstrate excellence in curriculum development or engagement with business and the community.

In addition to emergency management and transportation skills, certified patrollers and master nordic patrollers must demonstrate excellence in all areas of patrol operations including avalanche safety and resort management.

For 2009, the 21 program finalists all met the stringent criteria for demonstrating excellence in improving organizational performance using information technology.

Throughout his career as manager he demonstrated excellence in both tactics and team psychology.

Although still at an early stage of their career, the artists will have already demonstrated excellence and innovation through their work.