This award is the highest individual, employee award at the University is named in honor of Leonard W. Sandridge, who was an avid champion of UVA staff and who dedicated 44 years of service to the school. He joined the University in 1967 as an internal audit staff and held a number of positions until he became Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer in 1993. Winners receive $1,000, an engraved gift, and recognition at a reception later this month.