Tuesday, February 14, 2006
Apply for Student Leadership Awards 2006
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You and your organization could be eligible to win scholarships and awards from USI’s Office of Student Development Programs. Given each year, the awards acknowledge the achievements of outstanding student leaders, advisors, and student organizations. Any student or organization who meets the eligibility criteria of the awards may apply. Applications must be returned to the Office of Student Development Programs, University Center Room 015 (lower level) by 4:30 p.m. Friday, March 17. “Students should apply to get the recognition for the contributions they’ve made to the University,” said Carmen Stoen, director of Student Development Programs. “Two of the awards have scholarship money attached to them and very few students apply for them. “We know there are a lot of student leaders on campus, and very few actually apply for the awards.” Winners will be recognized at the Student Leadership Awards and Recognition Ceremony at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, in Carter Hall in the University Center. “It’s a nice awards program and all of the winners get some kind of plaque or trophy,” Stoen said. “Students can invite their parents and get formal recognition.” A list of the awards and scholarships follow. Click on each award for eligibility information. Individual Student Leadership Awards All Campus Student Achievement Award This award is given annually to one male and one female student who have shown outstanding academic achievement, service to the community, and participation in co-curricular and extracurricular activities during their careers at USI. Vice President for Student Affairs Top Student Leaders This award is presented by the Vice President for Student Affairs to students who have made a significant impact within the University through their leadership within campus organizations. Selection is based upon demonstrated excellence within an elected or appointed leadership role. Silent Inspiration Award This award is given to a student who has served his or her organization in an unassuming and quiet manner. This award is for a student who has not yet held a leadership role, but through a commitment of time and energy he or she has made an impact on the organization and the University community. Student Organization Advisor of the Year Award This award is to honor the student organization advisor who has demonstrated outstanding contributions with his or her time and expertise. Student Organization President of the Year Award This award is to honor a student organization president who has shown exceptional commitment to his or her organization. Qualified candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a high degree of integrity, and will have had an overall positive impact on their organization. Student Leadership Scholarships Robert L. Moore Scholarship The Robert L. Moore Scholarship is a memorial tribute to Bob Moore, a 1976 USI graduate. Created in 1985 through donations from Alpha Omega Psi Alumni and the Moore family to remember Moore for his perseverance in his fight against cancer, it serves as a tribute to his positive attitude, sense of unselfishness and his constant concern for others in spite of his own deteriorating health. It is awarded annually to the person who best meets the qualities and spirit always demonstrated by Bob Moore. Alpha Omega Psi Alumni Memorial Scholarship The Alpha Omega Psi Memorial Scholarship was first awarded in 2001 through donations from the Alpha Omega Psi Alumni chapter. Alpha Omega Psi was a local social fraternity at USI from 1969 until affiliated with Alpha Kappa Lambda national fraternity in January 1987. The purpose of Alpha Omega Psi, to establish an atmosphere of fellowship; strengthen the bonds of brotherhood; be of service to the community; aid in the development of its members and to promote the system of higher education; is still carried on by alumni of the original group. Student Organization Leadership Awards Outstanding New Student Organization The Outstanding New Student Organization award is presented to a student organization that has been registered at USI for less than two years. The Outstanding New Student Organization must be able to demonstrate excellence in its development. Selection is based on demonstrated success in membership and leadership development, fundraising, service to the University and surrounding community, campus programming, University involvement, and fulfillment of the organization’s mission/purpose. Outstanding Student Organization The Outstanding Student Organization award is presented to the organization that has made a significant impact on the University community and its members. Selection is based on demonstrated success in membership and leadership development, campus life enhancement, service to the University and surrounding community, University involvement, and fulfillment of the organization’s mission/purpose. Student Organization Academic Achievement Award The Student Organization Academic Achievement award is given in each of the following five categories of organization type: Honorary, Professional, Service, Social, and Special Interest. The student organization in each category with the highest average cumulative GPA will receive the award. Outstanding Campus Contribution by a Student Organization The Outstanding Campus Contribution by a Student Organization is awarded to the student organization that implemented a program or an activity to directly benefit the USI community and its members. These programs or activities encompass the true idea of servant leadership and are done for the intrinsic value of bettering one’s own community. Examples of a campus contribution include participation in such service activities as the campus adopt-a-spot program, raising money for scholarships or aid for USI students, organizing donations to be given to Archibald Eagle’s Food Closet, participating in the giving tree project, and coordinating a campus clean-up. Campus Collaboration Award The Campus Collaboration award has been created to recognize and award student organizations that have collaborated on an all-campus program. The organizations’ activities should model the definition of collaboration: to labor together; to act jointly; work side by side; create together; and unite. All organizations involved in the program should work collectively on the completion of a one- to two-page typed narrative. In addition, all of the organizations’ presidents must sign off on the Campus Collaboration Award Form stating that their groups did participate in the program and they are aware that the program is being considered for this award. Program of the Year The Program of the Year award recognizes a program coordinated by a student organization that has had a significant impact on the University community. Award and scholarship applications are available online at www.usi.edu/leadership/awards.asp or in the Office of Student Development Programs. For more information contact the Office of Student Development Programs at 812/ 465-7167 or email connect@usi.edu. |
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