{"id":41769,"date":"2024-12-05T13:39:31","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T19:39:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/?page_id=41769"},"modified":"2026-03-26T11:56:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T16:56:22","slug":"student-excellence-awards","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/leadership\/student-excellence-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Student Excellence Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\"><header class=\"page-header\"><h1 class=\"entry-title heading-separator\">Student Excellence Awards<\/h1><\/header>\n\n\n<p>The Student Excellence Awards ceremony at UW-Milwaukee is an annual celebration of outstanding contributions to the campus community. This event honors the dedication, leadership, and impact of individuals and groups who inspire positive change, foster inclusion, and enhance the student experience. From students and organizations to employees and professional staff, the ceremony recognizes those who go above and beyond to create a vibrant, supportive, and engaged campus environment. Join us as we celebrate the achievements that make UW-Milwaukee exceptional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nominations are open from January 19th &#8211; March 6th<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Date: April 27th, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Time: 4:00-5:15 pm, doors open at 3:30 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Place: Union Ballroom<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"#categories\" rel=\"\">Categories<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"#award-winners\" rel=\"\">Award Winners<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full uwm-u-mb-20\"><button class=\"uwm-p-modal--launch uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-c-button--outline\" aria-controls=\"uwm-modal-nomination\" data-modal-prefix-class=\"uwm-p\" data-modal-content-id=\"uwm-modal-nomination\" data-modal-close-text=\"Close\" data-modal-close-title=\"Close\">Nomination Guidelines<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--outline uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/milwaukee.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_ac1qrTmqRrlLZVs\" rel=\"\">Nomination Form<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--outline uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/leadership\/student-excellence-awards-rsvp\/\" rel=\"\">Ceremony RSVP<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center heading-separator\" id=\"categories\">Categories<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card-grid uwm-l-grid uwm-l-grid--equal-y uwm-l-grid--2\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-individual-award-categories-nbsp\">Individual Award Categories&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Outstanding Undergraduate Student Award<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award recognizes an undergraduate student who exemplifies excellence at UW-Milwaukee.  The recipient is a full-time student with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, who has made significant contributions to multiple areas of campus life, including academics, leadership, and community engagement.  They have demonstrated a commitment to involvement in a variety of campus activities, serving as a role model for their peers.  &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Outstanding Graduate Student Award<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award honors a graduate student who has shown outstanding dedication to UW-Milwaukee. The recipient is a full-time student with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, who has excelled in academics, leadership, and community service. Their involvement across various activities on campus showcases their commitment to enhancing the university experience. Priority will be given to students with high levels of involvement in extra-curriculars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Organization Leader of the Year<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award celebrates a student organization leader who has consistently gone above and beyond in their role.  The recipient has demonstrated excellence in leadership, made significant contributions to their organization, and helped others grow within the group.  Their efforts have left a lasting impact on their organization and the broader campus community.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Agent of Change Award<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award recognizes a student whose work has led to meaningful, positive change on campus or in the community.  The recipient has actively contributed to a cause that improves the lives of others, leaving a measurable impact on UW-Milwaukee, the local community, or beyond.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-student-organization-nbsp-award-categories-nbsp\">Student Organization&nbsp;Award Categories&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Emerging Student Organization Award<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award highlights a recently established student organization that has made a notable impact within its first four semesters.  The organization has demonstrated strong involvement in the UW-Milwaukee community, shown a commitment to growth, and displaced potential for continued success. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Organization of the Year Award<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award recognizes a student organization that has demonstrated expectational dedication to campus life.  Through meaningful programming and engagement, the organization has made a significant impact on students, the local community, or beyond, while staying true to its mission and vision.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Inclusive Impact Award<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award honors a student organization that has championed inclusivity through its programming, policies, and practices.  The organization has fostered diverse representation, hosted inclusive events, and modeled behaviors that promote belonging within the group and on campus.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event of the Year Award<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award celebrates a student organization for planning and executing an outstanding campus event. The event successfully engaged participants, fostered a sense of community, and created a unique and impactful experience. Collaboration with others outside the organization further enhanced the event&#8217;s success.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-student-employee-awards-categories-nbsp\">Student Employee Awards Categories&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Outstanding Student Employee Award<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award recognizes a student employee who has consistently exceeded expectations in their role.  The recipient has demonstrated initiative, productivity, and a commitment to excellence, contributing significantly to the success of their department or unit.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Service with Heart Award<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award honors a student employee who exemplifies a positive attitude and team spirit.  The recipient consistently provides exceptional customer service with care and professionalism, showing reliability and a friendly, supportive demeanor.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rising Star<\/strong> <strong>Award<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award is given to a first-year student employee who has quickly excelled in their role.  The recipient has demonstrated exceptional position, exceeded expectations, and consistently delivered high-quality work during their initial year of employment.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-professional-staff-award-categories-nbsp\">Professional Staff Award Categories&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Org Advisor of the Year<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This award acknowledges a student organization advisor who has made a significant impact on their group. The recipient has encouraged students to take leadership roles, provided guidance and support, and consistently contributed to the organization&#8217;s success. Priority will be given to advisors who worked with student orgs when it was not the primary responsibility of their role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Professional Staff Impact Award<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This recognition is awarded to a professional staff that create positive change, influence, and support for student ideas and goals. Recipients of this award inspire students to dream big and rise to their fullest potential while providing exceptional support to students on campus.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center heading-separator\" id=\"award-winners\">Award Winners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">2025<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p><strong>Individual Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Org Advisor of the Year \u2013 Dr. Julia Snethen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Org Leader of the Year \u2013 Jaiden Lefeber, William (Otto) Ives, Kimberlee Berger and Brennen Stevens<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Agent of Change Award \u2013 Carol Martinez and Dulmini Nadeesha Jayawardana<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Graduate Student Award \u2013 Rashida Parveen, Telemachos Agoudemos and Abul Borkot Md Rafiqul Hasan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Undergraduate Student Award \u2013 Lia Smith, Lily Bretl and Andrew Tillman<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Organization Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Emerging Student Org &#8211; Data Science Club, Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), Mycological Society of 51ÁÔÆæ<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inclusive Impact Award \u2013 Signing Student Association<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Event of the Year Award \u2013 Public Hearing&#8217;s Acapella Showcase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Organization of the Year Award \u2013 Society of Women Engineers, Nursing Student Association, Student Social Work Association and Arab American Association of Engineers and Architects (AAAEA)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Employee Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Student Employee Award \u2013 Jack Koshkin, Laura Czapiewski, Gwen Knutson and Abby Lawler<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rising Star Award \u2013 Suru Grayson and Brianna Hartley<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Service with Heart Award &#8211; Josh Thone, Kalyan Krueger Olson and Blair Lewis<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">2024<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p><strong>Individual Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Org Advisor of the Year \u2013 Jennifer Taylor-McBride<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Org Leader of the Year \u2013 Lexy Lunger and Alexandra Lynch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exemplary Leadership Award \u2013 Madelaine Ledwitch and Daniela Perez-Ramirez<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Agent of Change Award \u2013 Xia Lowery and Molly Stilling<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Graduate Student Award \u2013 Aubrie Gorski and Sreeteja Tummala (TJ)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Undergraduate Student Award \u2013 Abhiroop Reddy Tokala and Drew Skyberg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Organization Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Civic Responsibility Award \u2013 Red Cross Club at 51ÁÔÆæ<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Community Impact of the Year Award \u2013 Society of Women Engineers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program of the Year Award \u2013 American Marketing Association\u2019s Inaugural Regional Conference<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Emerging Student Organization Award \u2013 Minority Women Entrepreneurship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Student Organization Award \u2013 National Society of Black Engineers and Student Social Work Association<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Employee Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students Serving Students \u2013 Bebe Grimaldo and Tori Garner<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Above and Beyond the Call \u2013 Lizzie King and Peter Mathu<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rising Stars \u2013 Elizabeth Enoch and Wendy Lor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most Valuable Player \u2013 Emma Linhares and Vaishali (V)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inclusion &amp; Advocacy \u2013 Juliana Lara<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">2023<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p><strong>Individual Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Org Advisor of the Year: Dr. Marissa Jablonski<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Org Leader of the Year: Meredith Williams and Chandler Baures<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exemplary Leadership Award: Alex Nelson and Mia Heredia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Agent of Change Award: Bailee Jones and Rebecca Plourd<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Graduating Student Award: Kay Popian and Mike Levandowski<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding First Year Student Award: Noah Fritz and Eve Van De Hey<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Transfer Student Award: Meghan Dincler and Alexandra Lynch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Organizational Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Civic Responsibility Award: Pinky Swear Pack<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Community Impact of the Year Award: Multicultural Greek Council<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program of the Year Award: Student Association at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>New Student Organization Award: Panther Radio<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Student Organization Award: Alpha Omicron Pi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Employee Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students Serving Students: Nyia Mays and Eli Norlander<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Above and Beyond the Call: Jo Fox and Mya Johannes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rising Stars: Sydney Loechler and Liam Farin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most Valuable Player: Angela Rattin and Mitra Malekghasemi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inclusion &amp; Advocacy: Alexander Rietmann and Emma Bunge<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">2021<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p><strong>Individual Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Org. Advisor of the Year: Rachael Schaser<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Org. Leader of the Year: Caleb Hawkins, Cederick Antonio, &amp; Joey Elizabeth O\u2019Neill<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exemplary Leadership Award: Kirsten Sanford &amp; Clarence Kinnard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Agent of Change Award: Silbi Isein, Shannon Ross, &amp; Meghan Garvin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Panther Spirit Award: Angela Rattin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding First-Year Student: Amanda Holzer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Transfer Student: Alex Renier<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Graduating Student: Emma Mae Weber &amp; Paul Newcomb for graduating undergraduate students and Teresa Serna for a graduate student<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Organizational Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Civic Responsibility of the Year: Zeta Sigma Chi Multicultural Sorority, Incorporated<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Community Impact of the Year: Delta Sigma Pi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program of the Year: TEDx51ÁÔÆæilwaukee &amp; Student Housing Administrative Council for Social Justice Week<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Student Organization of the Year: Zeta Sigma Chi Multicultural Sorority, Inc. and Panther Activities Committee<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Employee Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Above and Beyond the Call: Jamie Sparks, Luke Koltun, &amp; Payton Steckert<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most Valuable Player: Jenna Woodson<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inclusion &amp; Advocacy: Hadiya Johnson<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rising Star: Lila Nezhad-Reshadi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students Serving Students: Ida Lucchesi &amp; Runa Storheil<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">2020<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p><strong>Individual Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding First Year Student: Maggie Altman<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Transfer Student: Bailey Kissack<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Panther Spirit Award: Juliana Rattin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exemplary Leadership Award: Alyssa Fischer &amp; Markia Silverman-Rodriquez<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Agent of Change Award: Camron Blau &amp; Jacquelynn Parmley<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Org Leader of the Year: Sydney Stauffer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Organization Advisor of the Year: Rachael Amick<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Graduating Students: Connor Mathias &amp; Jennifer Woo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Organizational Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>New Student Organization of the Year: Student Association of India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Community Impact of the Year: College Democrats<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Civic Responsibility Award: Love your Melon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program of the Year: Pow Wow American Indian Association<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outstanding Student Organizations: Sigma Chi and Hmong Student Association<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Employee Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rising Star Award: Jake Bartz<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Above and Beyond the Call: Chris Jones, Mallory Ostrander, Alivia Blank, and Mandy Rice<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student Serving Students: Bescent Ebeid, Klara Schaibly, and Olivia Krause<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most Valuable Players: Tasha Sook and Hunter Schuyler<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inclusion and Advocacy: Mia Valenzuela and Danielle Paswaters<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"uwm-modal-nomination\" class=\"hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nomination-guidelines\">Nomination Guidelines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few guidelines to know before submitting your nomination that help ensure your success in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-general-information\">General Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quality Over Quantity: When submitting a nomination:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thoughtful and detailed submissions are preferred over the number of submissions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For example, one 5-sentence submission is preferred to five 1-sentence submissions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-Nomination: You are allowed to nominate yourself!\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Please write self-nominations in 1st person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Describe how you have met the qualifications of the award.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AI Use: AI is allowed but use with caution.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It can help you get started.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Award Reviewers can tell when a nomination is written by AI.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We strongly recommend you make it your own by using your voice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verifications: We will be verifying all nominated students are enrolled at 51ÁÔÆæ. We will be verifying that all student organizations are currently registered and in good standing with 51ÁÔÆæ.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-before-you-begin\">Before You Begin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Award Criteria: Please review linked award criteria. This allows you to prepare outside of the nomination form. The nominator will need to know which award they are nominating for prior to accessing the form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preparation: Once you start the form, you\u2019ll need to finish it the same session. Please have the following items prepared ahead of starting the nomination form:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Name &amp; email of the nominator and nominee\/organization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A nomination statement that is at least 300 characters long.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any optional supporting documentation or photos you\u2019d like to include.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-writing-an-excellent-nomination\">Tips for Writing an Excellent Nomination<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Introduction<\/strong>: When writing you should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Begin with a compelling hook.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Capture the reviewer\u2019s attention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a positive tone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Show passion and excitement for the nominee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Background<\/strong>: Your summary of the nominee\u2019s background should these components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Highlight how they excelled in:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Their role.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Responsibilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any relevant achievements or contributions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lay down a solid foundation on who the nominee is to then build them up throughout your nomination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Achievement Overview<\/strong>: Be clear and concise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be specific about:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Achievements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Actions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contributions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Impact on the Team\/Project<\/strong>: Make sure to clearly describe:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How the nominee positively impacted and influenced the team and\/or project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Please speak about how they\u2019ve overcome:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Challenges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pitfalls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overall team improvement by the nominee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give specific examples that support them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Unique Qualities and Contributions<\/strong>: Identify and delve into:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How the nominee is unique.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their unique qualifications for the award.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their skills, approaches, or personality that set them apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include examples that demonstrate their exceptional qualities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Personal Testimonials or Anecdotes<\/strong>: Include quotes or anecdotes from team members or others. Examples should show:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nominee\u2019s positive impact.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knowledge of the nominee\u2019s contributions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use your personal voice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passion and excitement for the nominee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Consistency and Long-Term Impact<\/strong>: Speak on how the nominee:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Has demonstrated consistent excellence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Routinely goes above and beyond.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How their contributions have had a lasting impact on the team\/project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highlight any ongoing efforts that showcase their commitment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Alignment with Award Criteria<\/strong>: Remember to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be clear and concise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Talk about how the nominee aligns with the specific qualifications for the award.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give specific examples that directly relate to each of the qualifications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Conclusion<\/strong>: Wrap up your nomination with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A summary of the key points.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why the nominee is an outstanding candidate for the award.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A finishing statement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-award-nomination-example\">Award Nomination Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an example of what an exemplary nomination looks like, submissions should not bear a significant resemblance to this example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>I am thrilled to recommend Alex Williams, our Campus Events Coordinator, for the Student Leadership Excellence Award. Alex has shown exemplary leadership and organizational skills in spearheading various campus events throughout the academic year. Notably, the successful execution of the annual Spring Festival, which saw a record-breaking attendance of 500 students, is a testament to Alex&#8217;s dedication and event management acumen. Beyond the quantitative achievements, Alex&#8217;s ability to collaborate effectively with student groups, engage diverse perspectives, and ensure inclusive programming has significantly enriched the campus community. Colleagues, including fellow student leaders and faculty advisor Professor Rodriguez, praise Alex for their tireless efforts, positive demeanor, and creative event concepts that resonate with the student body. Alex&#8217;s continuous commitment to enhancing campus life, coupled with their initiative in mentoring new event planning committee members, exemplifies the leadership qualities sought after by the Student Leadership Excellence Award. I am confident that Alex&#8217;s impact on campus and their embodiment of leadership excellence make them an outstanding candidate for this prestigious recognition. For any further information or inquiries, please don&#8217;t hesitate to contact me.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":40,"featured_media":44901,"parent":91,"menu_order":3,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"templates\/full-width.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","uwm_wg_additional_authors":[15338]},"class_list":["post-41769","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Student Involvement<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Celebrate leadership and impact at 51ÁÔÆæ\u2019s Student Excellence Awards\u2014honoring students, staff, and organizations who inspire campus change.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/leadership\/student-excellence-awards\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Student Excellence Awards\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Celebrate leadership and impact at 51ÁÔÆæ\u2019s Student Excellence Awards\u2014honoring students, staff, and organizations who inspire campus change.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/leadership\/student-excellence-awards\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Student Involvement\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2026-03-26T16:56:22+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2025\/12\/SEA-2026-Poster-1.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1920\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"800\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"11 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/uwm.edu\\\/studentinvolvement\\\/get-involved\\\/leadership\\\/student-excellence-awards\\\/\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/uwm.edu\\\/studentinvolvement\\\/get-involved\\\/leadership\\\/student-excellence-awards\\\/\",\"name\":\"Student Excellence Awards - Student Involvement\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/uwm.edu\\\/studentinvolvement\\\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/uwm.edu\\\/studentinvolvement\\\/get-involved\\\/leadership\\\/student-excellence-awards\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/uwm.edu\\\/studentinvolvement\\\/get-involved\\\/leadership\\\/student-excellence-awards\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/uwm.edu\\\/studentinvolvement\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/sites\\\/683\\\/2025\\\/12\\\/SEA-2026-Poster-1.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2024-12-05T19:39:31+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-03-26T16:56:22+00:00\",\"description\":\"Celebrate leadership and impact at 51ÁÔÆæ\u2019s Student Excellence Awards\u2014honoring students, staff, and organizations who inspire campus change.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/uwm.edu\\\/studentinvolvement\\\/get-involved\\\/leadership\\\/student-excellence-awards\\\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/uwm.edu\\\/studentinvolvement\\\/get-involved\\\/leadership\\\/student-excellence-awards\\\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/uwm.edu\\\/studentinvolvement\\\/get-involved\\\/leadership\\\/student-excellence-awards\\\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/uwm.edu\\\/studentinvolvement\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/sites\\\/683\\\/2025\\\/12\\\/SEA-2026-Poster-1.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/uwm.edu\\\/studentinvolvement\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/sites\\\/683\\\/2025\\\/12\\\/SEA-2026-Poster-1.jpg\",\"width\":1920,\"height\":800,\"caption\":\"A graphic banner with a black background decorated with scattered gold stars of various sizes. 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