Outstanding Campus Leader Award

The Outstanding Leader Award recognizes a campus leader who has contributed significantly to a student organization or co-curricular program, going above and beyond to engage members, and contribute to the student experience.

  • Demonstrates well-rounded leadership excellence in the service to the co-curricular programs
  • Exhibits a strong commitment to university development through impactful initiatives
  • Must have completed all Campus Leadership program requirements
  • Must be a student or alumnus in good standing with the University

Nominations may be made by faculty, staff, students, alumni, and those familiar with the nominee’s work.

  • Nominations may be made by faculty, staff, students, alumni, and those familiar with the nominee's leadership experience
  • Self-nominations accepted
  • Letters of recommendation, personal essay, and supplemental evidence (work samples, resume, etc.)
  • Top candidates selected by the Office of Student and Alumni Affairs
  • Final approval granted by the University President
  • Award recipients will be honored during Commencement weekend, and should we have an in-person celebration, one-night accommodations and individual travel expenses to attend Commencement will be paid for by the University
  • Award recipients receive a crystal trophy
  • Award recipients are not required to attend Commencement to accept the award

The deadline for 2024 has passed. Nominations for the 2025 awards cycle will open in the Fall. For questions, contact [email protected].