Recognized Organization Awards

 Student Organizations Awards 

The student organization excellence awards recognize the accomplishments of student organizations and leaders at Iowa State University. The winners will be announced at the VEISHEA Opening Ceremonies and Awards on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the Great Hall of the Memorial Union. A social with refreshments will take place from 4:00-5:00 p.m., with the program at 5:00 p.m.   Listed below are the categories for recognition.

Student Organization Awards Categories 

The Outstanding Student Leader of the Year Award is awarded to an individual in a student organization who has:

• Inspired others.
• Made him/herself available to group members, and brought out strengths and talents of individual group members.
• Demonstrated initiative by seeking ways to challenge the present and enrich the future.
• Made a meaningful contribution to student, University and surrounding communities through responsible leadership.
• Held a leadership position in the organization.

The Outstanding Commitment of Diversity Award is awarded to a student organization that has:

• Provided information or activities about diversity or multicultural issues (race/ethnicity, class, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, ability, cultural identity, etc.).
• Demonstrated consistent flexibility, initiative, creativity and perseverance.
• Made a meaningful contribution to students, University or surrounding communities.
• Worked in collaboration with other organizations to enhance organization's goals.
• Exemplified integrity in all areas of the organization.

The Outstanding Commitment to Service Award is awarded to a student organization that has:

• Demonstrated outstanding service to the Iowa State University and Ames communities.
• Promoted the public good, not for financial gain.
• Demonstrated innovation, creativity, or a new kind of engagement.
• Created valuable learning experience for students.

The Outstanding Event of the Year Award recognizes:

• Student organizations for conceiving, planning, and implementing an outstanding event for the ISU community.
• An event that fulfilled the mission of the organization(s).
• All types of events, including ones that are social, cultural, recreational, educational, etc.
• An event open to the entire ISU community and/or public.

The Outstanding Student Organization Adviser of the Year Award is awarded to an adviser in a student organization who:  

• Has had a positive impact on a student organization and the University community.
• Demonstrates strong advising skills, is readily available to students, and takes great strides to help the organization's leaders.

Nominations are due Wednesday, March 21 by 5:00 p.m. and should be submitted online. Click the links above for the applications. Contact Amanda Martin at amartin@iastate.edu for more information.