The Ozarks Woman of Distinction Award has been presented to a deserving recipient each year since 2002. Originally designed as a part of Women's History Month at Missouri State University, the award is now sponsored by the Missouri State University Gender Studies Program in cooperation with the Ozarks Alliance of Professional Organizations.  The select committee will present this award to recognize a woman who has been innovative in positively influencing the lives of women in the Ozarks.

The nomination deadline is January 30, 2009.