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REGION FIFTEEN AWARDS MANUAL
By Order of the Region Fifteen Re-
gional Coordinator:
E. Jerry Beaulieu
Major General
Regional Coordinator Region 15
Official:
Paul C Dyl
Vice Admiral
Region Fifteen Recognition Officer
History . This publication is a
major revision.
2018 Edition
Summary. This manual provides
Region Fifteen awards policy, cri-
teria, and administrative instruc-
tions concerning individual, unit,
annual and miscellaneous awards
and awarding Region Fifteen
members in recognition of
achievements and service.
The Region Fifteen leadership
from the Regional Member to the
Regional Coordinator are respon-
sible to implement the Region Fif-
teen Awards Program and to rec-
ognize all deserving Regional
Members.
Applicability. This manual applies
to all Chapters and STARFLEET
members assigned to Region Fif-
teen, unless otherwise stated.
Reporting Authority. The govern-
ing authority for the Region Fifteen
Awards program is the Region
Recognition Officer. Send ques-
tions, comments, or suggestions to:
Distribution. This publication is
available in electronic media only
and is intended for chapters and
STARFLEET members assigned to
the Region Fifteen.
Pronoun Disclaimer. The use of
he/his/him, etc. is used for conven-
ience as the Standard English lan-
guage conventions of gender-
nonspecific pronouns. No sexual
bias is intended. The convention is
merely used for ease of writing and
reading. There have been and
hopefully always will be plenty of
female STARFLEET members in
Region Fifteen and no slight to
them is intended. The point is we
don’t mean anything by it.
Copyright & Disclaimer. The
original work in this handbook is
protected under the copyright laws
of the United States, Title 17 US
code. All rights reserved. This
handbook may not be reproduced
in whole or in part by any means of
reproduction, nor may this hand-
book be used to prepare derivative
work based upon its copyrighted
material, without the consent of the
Region Fifteen Recognition Of-
ficer. In no way are the contents of
this manual intended to infringe
upon copyrights, trademarks or pa-
tents held by any other agency.
Acknowledgements. The publish-
er of this manual would like to ex-
tend our thanks to the following
people for their contribution to the
publication of the Region Fifteen
Awards Manual:
Paul Dyl
E. Jerry Beaulieu
Peg Pellerin
We would like to recognize and
thank the following sources that
were used in one form or another
to create the Region Fifteen
Awards Manual.
R1 Awards Program
STARFLEET Awards Program
SFA Awards Program
SFSO Awards Program
SFMC Awards Program
TF 31 Awards Program
E. Jerry Beaulieu
Paul C. Dyl
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Contents (listed by paragraph and page number)
Chapter 1 Introduction, page 1
Section I Overview, page 1
Purpose • 1-1, page 1
Proper Wear •1-2, page 1
Section II Regional Staff Responsibilities, page 1
R15 Coordinator • 1-3, page 1
R15 Recognition Officer • 1-4, page 1
Section III Region 15 Awards Committee, page 1
Purpose • 1-5, page 1
Responsibilities • 1-6, page 1
Section IV Awards Committee Operating Guidelines, page 2
Role • 1-7, page 2
R15 Awards Committee Organization • 1-8, page 2
Awards Committee Chair • 1-8.1, page 2
The Region Recognition Officer • 1-8.2, page 2
Regional Awards Committee Chapter Members • 1-8.3, page 2
R15 Awards Committee Procedures • 1-9, page 3
Notification Stage • 1-9.1, page 3
Submission Stage • 1-9.2, page 3
Committee Stage • 1-9.3, page 3
Results Stage • 1-9.4, page 4
Presentation Stage • 1-9.5, page 4
STARFLEET Annual Awards Submissions Stage • 1-9.6, page 4
Managing Conflicts of Interest • 1-10, page 4
Confidentiality • 1-11, page 5
Categories of individual awards • 1-12, page 5
Time Limitations • 1-13, page 5
Reconsideration/Appeal of disapproved or downgraded award recommendations • 1-14, page 5
Duplication of awards • 1-15, page 5
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Contents-Continued
Succeeding awards • 1-16, page 6
Who can recommend STARFLEET Region Fifteen awards? • 1-17, page 6
How to determine if an award is warranted • 1-18, page 7
Procedure for recommending Non-Annual R15 awards • 1-19, page 7
Section V Order of Precedence, page 8
Order of precedence • 1-20, page 8
Chapter 2 Region Fifteen Awards, page 11
Section I Region Fifteen - Individual Awards • 2-1, page 11
Medal of Honor • 2-1.1, page 11
Star Cross • 2-1.2, page 11
Distinguished Service Award • 2-1.3, page 11
Legion of Merit Award • 2-1.4, page 12
Purple Heart • 2-1.5, page 12
Dearest Blood Decoration • 2-1.6, page 12
“Let Me Help” Award • 2-1.7, page 12
Region Fifteen Commendation • 2-1.8, page 13
Good Conduct Decoration • 2-1.9, page 13
“Final Frontier” Award • 2-1.10, page 13
“SOL III” Award • 2-1.11, page 13
Meritorious Service Award • 2-1.12, page 14
Garth Order of Tactics • 2-14, page 14
Phoenix Award • 2-15, page 14
Section II Region Fifteen - Unit Awards • 2-2, page 14
Unit Distinguished Service Award • 2-2.1, page 14
Unit Commendation Award • 2-2.2, page 15
Joint Meritorious Service Award • 2-2.3, page 15
Meritorious Unit Commendation Award • 2-2.4, page 15
Campaign Citation • 2-2.5, page 15
“E” (Enterprise) Ribbon • 2-2.6, page 16
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Contents-Continued
Section III Region Fifteen - Scholastic Awards • 2-3, page 16
Officer Training School • 2-3.1, page 16
Officer Command College • 2-3.2, page 16
Flag Officer School • 2-3.3, page 16
Legion of Honor • 2-3.4, page 16
Daystrom Academic Award • 2-3.5, page 16
Silver Star Award • 2-3.6, page 17
Section IV Region Fifteen - Annual Awards • 2-4, page 17
Chapter of The Year • 2-4.1 page 17
Starship of Excellence • 2-4.2, page 17
Best Shakedown Cruise • 2-4.3, page 17
First Mission Citation • 2-4.4, page 18
Support Chapter of The Year • 2-4.5, page 18
Region Fifteen “Class of Excellence” • 2-4.6, page 18
Region Fifteen Medal • 2-4.7, page 18
Region Fifteen Johnathan Archer Award • 2-4.8, page 19
Region Fifteen Cadet of The Year • 2-4.9, page 19
Edith Keeler Award • 2-4.10, page 19
Department of The Year • 2-4.11, page 19
Region Fifteen Staff Member of The Year • 2-4.12, page 20
Region Fifteen RDC of The Year • 2-4.13, Page 20
Section V
Region Fifteen Communications Awards • 2-5, page 20
Newsletter of The Year • 2-5.1, page 20
Communications Excellence • 2-5.2, page 20
Section VI
Region Fifteen Miscellaneous Awards • 2-6, page 21
Hailing Frequencies Award • 2-6.1, page 21
Section VII
Region Fifteen Affiliation Awards • 2-7, page 21
Region Fifteen Ambassadorial Award • 2-7.1, page 21
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Contents-Continued
Region Fifteen Honorary Membership • 2-7.2, page 21
Section VIII
Region Decade Awards • 2-8, page 21
The Center Seat Award • 2-8.1, page 21
Longest Serving Commanding Officer • 2-8.2, page 22
First Ones Award • 2-8.3, page 22
Longest Serving Member • 2-8.4, page 22
Legendary Chapters of The Fifteenth Fleet • 2-8.5, page 22
Longest Serving Chapter • 2-8.6, page 22
Section IX
Other Regional Awards • 2-9, page 22
Chapter 3
Region Fifteen Annual Awards Information, page 23
Section I
Evaluating the Entries • 3-2, page 23
Section II
Particulars for Annual Awards • 3-3, page 23
Section III
Judging Specifics for most Annual Awards • 3-4, page 24
Section IV
Award Specifics • 3-5, page 24
Chapter of the Year • 3-5.1, page 24
Shakedown Cruise of the Year • 3-5.2, page 25
First Mission Award • 3-5.3, page 26
Support Chapter of the Year • 3-5.4, page 27
Region 15 Medal • 3-5.5, page 28
Region 15 Class of Excellence • 3-5.6, page 29
Region 15 Jonathan Archer Award • 3-5.7, page 30
Region 15 Edith Keeler Award • 3-5.8, page 30
Region 15 Cadet of the Year • 3-5.9, page 31
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Contents-Continued
Region 15 Newsletter of the Year • 3-5.10, page 32
Region 15 Communications Excellence • 3-5.11, page 32
Region 15 Department of the Year • 3-5.12, page 32
Region 15 RDC of Excellence • 3-5.13, page 33
Region 15 Staff Member of the Year • 3-5.14, page 33
Section V
Applying for Annual Awards • 3-6, page 34
Section VI
Applying for Non-Annual Awards • 3-7, page 35
Section VII
Recommendation Do’s and Don’ts • 3-8, page 36
Section VIII
General Awards Processing Procedure • 3-9, page 37
Section IX
General Awards Program Questions • 3-10, page 37
Section X
General Annual Awards Questions • 3-11, page 40
Section XI
Creating an Awards Program for your chapter • 3-12, page 41
Appendix
Appendix A TWOK Style of Ribbon, • page A1
Appendix B TOS Style of Ribbon, • B1
Appendix C R15 Awards Portal & Online Nomination Forms, • page C1
Appendix D R15 Manual Awards Nomination Forms, • page D1
Appendix E Wearing of Awards on uniforms, • page E1
Appendix F Screen Captured TOS Awards, • page F1
Appendix G Screen Captured TWOK Awards, • page G1
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Section I Overview
1–1. Purpose This manual briefly covers the policy and procedures for the STARFLEET Region Fifteen Awards Program. The award ribbons are represented in two styles. The TOS Style (Triangular patches) as seen in the original Star Trek series. The second option is the TWOK Style (Rectangular Ribbon Slides) as seen in Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country. This manual briefly outlines the awards and their criteria. For more information on this program, please refer to this manual. Each award that Region Fifteen uses, have special significance, representing significant accomplishments during your service in Region Fifteen. They should be worn with pride.
1-2. Proper Wear Awards should be worn as described by your chapter policies or as described in this manual. See Appendix E of this manual for more details.
Section II Regional Staff Responsibilities
1–3. Region Fifteen Regional Coordinator The Region Fifteen Regional Coordinator will—
a. Serve as the Region Fifteen policy proponent of the Region Fifteen awards program. b. Establish policy, procedures, and standards for matters concerning awards and may make exceptions
to this regulation and further delegate authority to make exceptions in accordance with the "Proponent and Exception Authority statement" in this manual.
c. Exercise Region Fifteen responsibility on matters concerning Region Fifteen awards. d. Serve as the senior Region Fifteen official on matters concerning Regional awards.
1–4. Region Fifteen Recognition Officer The Region Fifteen Recognition Officer will—
a. Conduct and supervise all Region Fifteen awards functions prescribed in this manual. The Recognition Officer will act on behalf of the Region Fifteen Regional Coordinator when so delegated and directed.
b. Ensure that all Regional Chapters implements this manual.
Section III Region Fifteen Awards Committee
1–5. Purpose Formulates policies and programs for Region Fifteen awards and recommends the recipients of the awards to the Regional Coordinator.
1–6. Responsibilities The Region Fifteen Awards Committee will—
a. Formulates general policies regarding awards and honors administered by the Region Recognition Of-ficer, and submit such policies and specific recommendations for approval by the Regional Coordinator.
b. Formulates a general program designed to meet the needs and desires of the Region in the matter of awards and honors, a may be approved by the Regional Coordinator.
c. Selects, subject to the approval by the Regional Coordinator, the recipients of the existing awards and honors.
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Section IV Awards Committee Operating Guidelines
1–7. Role The primary role of the Region Fifteen Awards Committee is to—
a. Select each year’s recipients for the Region Fifteen Annual Awards. b. Review Non-Annual Award requests on a monthly basis or as needed.
1–8. Region Fifteen Awards Committee Organization The Region Fifteen Awards Committee is comprised of experienced regional members who shall have a good working knowledge of STARFLEET/Region/chapter operations.
1-8.1. Awards Committee Chair a. The Regional Coordinator is the committee chair, however, the Regional Coordinator has the authority
to appoint the Vice Regional Coordinator to serve as the committee chair if needed. b. The Regional Awards Committee Chair oversees the monthly (or as needed) Awards Committee activ-
ities. c. The Awards Committee Chair has final approval authority in all Regional Awards issues. d. The Regional Awards Committee Chair does not vote initially on Award nominations, but does cast
any tie breaking votes when such an event takes place.
1-8.2.The Region Recognition Officer a. The Region Recognition Officer shall be responsible for recruiting new committee members as needed
each year, which shall be submitted to the Regional Awards Committee Chair for approval. Awards Committee Membership terms are typically two years, due to regional elections are held every two years.
b. The Region Recognition Officer is appointed by the Regional Coordinator and serves at the pleasure of the Regional Coordinator.
c. The Region Recognition Officer oversees the entire Regional Awards Program. d. The Region Recognition Officer is responsible for educating all chapter CO’s about the Region Awards
Program. e. The Region Recognition Officer sets all dates pertaining to the Annual Awards timeline, makes an-
nouncements pertaining to key timeline dates and events. f. The Region Recognition Officer serves as the Awards Committee archivist which includes—
• maintaining committee minutes
• creating/updating the Region Awards Manual
• creating/maintaining of the Region Awards website
• Issues copies of the award nominations to each member of the Awards Committee
• Collect/tally/record Award Committee member votes/scoring
• Create and maintain Regional Award Certificates.
• Issue approved Award Certificates
• Maintain award ribbons/record sales/ribbon stock and coordinate with the Region Financial Officer pertaining to the Regional Awards account.
• Create and maintain a Regional Awards Database
• Reports monthly to the Regional Coordinator/Committee Chair.
• Forwards winners of the Regional Awards to the STARFLEET Recognitions Officer to complete in the STARFLEET Annual Awards.
g. The Region Recognition Officer is a non-voting member of the Region Awards Committee.
1-8.3. Regional Awards Committee Chapter Members The remaining members of the Region Awards Committee consists of one (1) member from each regional chapter that is in good standing as designated in the STARFLEET Membership Handbook and the Chief of Operations STARFLEET.
a. Each chapter will appoint the CO or XO to serve on the Regional Awards Committee.
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b. Each committee member appointed by the Chapter Commanding Officer should have a clear under-standing of the Region Awards Program and the inner workings of STARFLEET and Region Fifteen.
c. The Vice Regional Coordinator d. The Region 15 RDC Chief (If one is appointed) e. Each Committee member has one (1) vote which has three possible options—
• Yes
• No
• Abstain
1-9. Region Fifteen Awards Committee Procedures The selection process takes place in six (6) stages—
a. Notification Stage
b. Submission Stage
c. Committee Stage
d. Result Stage
e. Presentation Stage
f. STARFLEET Annual Awards Submissions Stage
1-9.1 Notification Stage Three (3) months prior to the Regional Annual Awards Submission date, the Region Recognition Officer will
electronically send all chapter CO’s an awards packet. Inside this packet will include—
a. A copy of the most recent published Region Fifteen Awards Manual
b. A Region Fifteen Annual Awards Nomination Form
c. A Summary of any changes to the Annual Awards and criteria since the previous year Regional
Awards submissions.
d. A copy of the Regional/Fleet awards submissions time table for that particular year.
e. The Region Recognition Officer will send out electronic reminders every two weeks (minimum) to the
Chapter Commanding Officers until the day of the submission deadline.
1-9.2 Submission Stage The submission deadline is finale. No Annual Award submissions will be accepted after the awards submis-
sion deadline.
The Region Recognition Officer will receive and review all submissions for—
a. Insure all required information is completed.
b. Verify the nominee information in the STARFLEET Database.
c. Insure the information received meets the selected award criteria.
d. Notify the recommender and offer opportunity for the recommender to make correction/changes.
e. Allow one (1) week for corrections/changes.
f. Prepare Award packets, separated by award category.
g. The award category packets will contain a printout from the Region Awards Manual for that particular
Annual Award under consideration.
h. Region Annual Awards Score Sheets for each individual nomination form received.
i. Copy of the Nomination Forms for each submitted nominee for that particular award.
1-9.3. Committee Stage For the Committee Stage, the Region Recognition Officer forwards the Award Nomination Packets to each
member of the Awards Committee. Each member then reviews the award nominations per award category.
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a. The Award Committee Members use the Award Score Sheet for each award nominee—
b. Each member will ensure that each scored category on the Awards Score Sheet is filled in and at the
bottom tallies the scores and signs each form.
1-9.4. Results Stage The Region Recognition Officer will—
a. Review each score sheet for accuracy. b. Prepares the Committee Certification Form and submits it to the Awards Committee Chair/Regional
Coordinator. c. Prepares the Regional Award Certificates for each awardee for each category. d. Coordinate with the Regional Coordinator for proper signatures prior to the award presentation.
1-9.5. Presentation Stage The Regional Coordinator will—
a. Present all annual region awards to the awardee at the Regional Summit. b. In the case that the awardee can not be present to receive their award, the Regional Coordinator can
present the award to an appointed designator.
The Region Recognition Officer will— a. Have all award certificates being on hand that will be presented at the Regional Summit. b. The Region Recognition Officer will serve as the announcer for the award presentations. c. Will create a script for the award presentations. d. Will send electronically any Annual Awards Certificates to the Awardees Commanding Officer who
could not attend the Region Summit or did not have a designated representative stand in for the presentation.
1-9.6. STARFLEET Annual Awards Submissions Stage All Regional Annual Award recipients will be the Region Fifteen nominations for the STARFLEET Annual Awards. Incase one of the Region Annual Awards recipients fall under one of the below situations, the runner-up for that particular award will become the regions STARFLEET annual award nomination for said award category.
a. No longer remains a STARFLEET member in good standing. b. Charged or convicted with a felony crime. c. Is no longer assigned as a member of Region Fifteen.
The Region Recognition Officer will— a. Keep informed of all information pertaining to the STARFLEET Annual Awards. b. Keep the Region Fifteen Staff and Chapter Commanding Officer’s informed of updated information per-
taining to the STARFLEET Annual Awards program. c. Submit all Region Fifteen STARFLEET Annual Awards nomination in a timely manner. d. Inform the Regional Coordinator of the results of the STARFLEET Annual Awards winners.
1-10. Managing Conflicts of Interest Region Fifteen Non-Annual Awards—
a. To minimize conflicts of interest, If an award nomination is made for any voting member serving on the Region Awards Committee has to recuse themselves from voting on the award.
b. The Region Awards Committee member who has an award nomination can not be present during the vote or informed until officially informed at time of presentation of said award.
Region Fifteen Annual Awards—
a. To minimize conflicts of interest, If an annual award nomination is made for any judge serving on the Region Awards Committee has to recuse themselves from judging on the award category all together.
b. The Region Awards Committee member is allowed to judge all other annual award categories so long as they are not a nominee for said award category.
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1-11. Confidentiality The deliberations of the Region Awards Committee are confidential. The contents of nominations are also confidential and should not be shared, except for appropriate publicity of the awardees. The names of select-ed awardees are to remain confidential until the award is presented.
The Regional Coordinator is authorized to release a copy of the winning nominations, but only after the awards have been officially presented. Should a nominator seek feedback on how his/her nominee fared, all such communications should be di-rected to the Chair of the Region Awards Committee. Any Region Awards Committee member who violates the confidentiality as stated above, will be removed from the Region Awards Committee and will not to be allowed to ever serve on the Awards Committee again.
1–12. Categories of individual awards Region Fifteen awards are grouped into the following categories:
a. Non-Annual Individual Awards b. Unit Awards c. Academic Awards d. Annual Awards.
1–13. Time limitation Timely award recommendations are essential to a successful awards program. A recommendation should be submitted as soon as possible following the act upon which it is based.
a. Annual awards must be submitted on time in accordance with the Annual Awards submission dates that will coincide with the Region Fifteen Summit and the STARFLEET International Conference. These dates will be announced at least 90 days prior to award submission deadlines.
b. Non-Annual awards must be submitted no later than 90 days from the qualifying date for said award and no earlier then 30 days from the qualifying date for said award.
c. Although timeliness is important, due consideration must be given to the time required to properly in-vestigate the event, validate the facts, and process the award.
1–14. Reconsideration/Appeal of disapproved/downgraded award recommendations a. A request for reconsideration or the appeal of a disapproved or downgraded award recommendation
must be placed in official channels within 60 days from the date of the awarding authority’s decision notification. A one time reconsideration by the award approval authority will be conclusive.
b. Recommendations are submitted for reconsideration or appeal only if new, substantive and material information is furnished and the time limits specified in paragraph 1–13 above do not prevent such ac-tion. Requests for reconsideration or appeal must be forwarded through the same official channels as the original recommendation. The additional justification for reconsideration or appeal must be in letter format, not to exceed two single-spaced typewritten pages. A copy of the original recommendation, with all endorsements, and the citation must be attached. If the original recommendation is not availa-ble, a new/reconstructed recommendation should be submitted.
1–15. Duplication of awards a. Only one award will be made for the same act, achievement, or period of meritorious service for any
Regional member or unit. b. The award of an award ribbon in recognition of a single act of heroism or meritorious achievement
does not preclude an award for meritorious service at the termination of an assignment. Recommenda-tions for award of an award ribbon for meritorious service will not refer to acts of heroism or meritorious achievements which have been previously recognized by award of an award ribbon.
c. Continuation of the same or similar type service already recognized by an award for meritorious ser-vice or achievement will not be the basis for a second award.
d. Awards from other STARFLEET programs that do not allow wearing of other program awards are not bound by this paragraph. Example: SFMC does not allow its Marines to wear Marine and other STAR-FLEET awards, therefore a Regional member who belongs to the SFSO/SFMC could be awarded an
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award for the same act or service with a region award and then a SFSO/SFMC award.
1–16. Succeeding awards For each succeeding act or period of meritorious service or achievement that justifies the award of a ribbon that has already been awarded previously, is authorized to add a ribbon device to the TWOK style of Ribbon or purchase a new TOS Style of ribbon that has the device embroided in.
1-17. Who can recommend STARFLEET Region Fifteen awards? The recommending official must have been senior in grade or have first-hand personal knowledge of the event, at the time of the action(s) or service, to the individual being recommended for an award. Additionally, the recommending official must have knowledge of all of the action(s) or service cited. That is, the recom-mending official must have either observed the actions or been provided information by an individual who ob-served the actions. STARFLEET and Region Fifteen does not condone self-recognition; therefore, a member of Region Fifteen may not recommend himself/ herself for award. Listed in precedence, the following are the STARFLEET personnel who can recommend (hereafter known as the “Recommending Official” (ROs)). For Region Fifteen Awards, please see the below listings. STARFLEET Executive Committee Members, Region Fifteen (R15) Regional Coordinator, Region Fifteen Vice Regional Coordinator.
a. Region 15 Chapters b. Region Fifteen Chapters-in-Training c. Departments d. Regional Staff & Departments e. Commanding Officers f. Regional Members
STARFLEET Region Fifteen Regional Department Chiefs (RDC)
a. Region 15 Department Staff b. Chapter Departments c. Department Chiefs d. Department Crewmembers
STARFLEET Region Fifteen Commanding Officers
a. Chapter Staff b. Department Chiefs c. Departments d. Chapters-in-Training e. Crewmembers
STARFLEET Region Fifteen Chapter Department Chiefs, Away Team/Unit Leaders
a. Department Crewmembers b. Section/Team Members
In the instance where the ROs should be considered for Region Fifteen award, the RO’s Executive Officer, deputy, or designated assistant can make the recommendation to the RO’s superior. For example, if a Com-manding Officer should be considered, the CO’s Executive Officer can make the awards recommendation. All Chapter level recommendations must be approved by either the Commanding Officer or Executive/First Of-ficer. There may be instances when regional members may also recommend other regional members for awards for actions they have first hand knowledge of. In this instance the RO should contact the nominee’s Commanding Officer. All Non-Annual awards recommendations will be reviewed by the Region Fifteen Recognition Officer and in some cases reviewed by the Region 15 Awards Committee.
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1-18. How to determine if an award is warranted The decision to award a regional member an award and the decision as to which award is appropriate are both subjective decisions made by the Awards Committee which has the award approval authority. Awards for meritorious achievement or service will not be based upon the grade of the intended recipient. Rather, the award should reflect both the individual's level of responsibility and his or her manner of performance. The degree to which an individual's achievement or service enhanced the readiness or effectiveness of his or her Region/Chapter will be the predominant factor. Before recommending an award, the RO must first be certain that the award is warranted in the first place. Awards should not be recommended for a member or chapter that simply performs their duty as expected. Usually, if you have to ask yourself if the award is warranted, then it probably isn’t. Typically, a member/unit has made a significant accomplishments or achievement; or has performed their duty with above average zeal and diligence. These actions can span year if necessary, This is what should be considered and de-scribed in detail on the recommendation form. The best way that an RO can determine recommending the appropriate award is to seek out the opinion of his/her Executive Officer, deputy, or (as applicable) your Command Staff (even better is if your ship has a “review board” which could be made up of your Command Staff and/or most Senior Officers). They can give the RO objective views that will help in deciding an award recommendation and selecting the appropriate award. There are two back-ups built into the recommendation process. When a recommendation is made at the chapter level, either the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer must approve it. He or She can overrule a recommendation if it is felt that the award is not warranted or does not meet the criteria of the award recom-mended. The second back up is the Region Fifteen Awards Committee (hereafter known as the “R15AC”). The R15AC may also determine that an award is not warranted (however, this should be an extremely rare instance). In the case where the STARFLEET Chief of OPS or the STARFLEET Executive Committee recom-mends Region Fifteen awards, the recommendation must be sent to the Region Fifteen RC, who will then submit the recommendation to the R15AC. Time Service Awards and Academic Awards are reviewed, ap-proved or rejected only by the Region Recognition Officer. All other Region Fifteen Awards are reviewed and approved by the R15AC. It is important that ROs carefully and seriously consider award recommendations. Carefully read the criteria for each award. That will help you to determine the appropriate award. With Non-Annual Awards, if the award criteria does not seem to apply, then an award may not be warranted. The R15AC will review the recommen-dations and depending on the award criteria of the award being recommended for, the R15AC has the author-ity to approve, deny, downgrade or upgrade any RE15 Non-Annual Award. Please keep in mind that this program should be utilized instead of awarding promotions as a means of recog-nizing member’s accomplishments and performance above the call of duty. Ideally, promotions should be giv-en after a person has held their current rank for a moderate length of time and participation level. If the mem-ber being awarded has a distinguished service record at their current rank, a promotion can then be consid-ered in addition to the award the individual is being recommended for. Again, the awards program is meant to solve the problem of using promotions as a reward (as there are only so many ranks a person can achieve).
1-19. Procedure for recommending Non-Annual R15 awards With this manual are several forms to be used when recommending awards: the “Non-Annual Individual Awards
Recommendation Form”, and the “Non-Annual Unit Awards Recommendation Form”, “Non-Annual Scholastic Achievement Awards Form” and the Affiliation Awards Recommendation Forms” (Forms can be downloaded here). Fill out the appropriate form to make an award recommendation. Fill out a form for EACH award rec-ommended and please type or print clearly. In addition to the paper forms there are also on-line awards rec-ommendation forms that may be used by the RO. (Forms can be accessed here) A STARFLEET UNIT is defined as a space station, starship, chapter in training, mission team, a department, office or Regional service made up of two or more STARFLEET members and/or associates.
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After reading the criteria for the awards and having determined that the award or awards is warranted fill out the appropriate online or manual forms to your immediate supervisor, who will approve or not approve your recommendation. If not approved, it will be sent back with an explanation as to why it was not. If the RO still feels that the award is warranted, he/she may appeal to the Director, SFAC, RAC or CAC. The appeal will be considered and the appropriate awards committee will render a decision, which will be final. If not approved, the RO will be notified. If approved, the RP will be notified so that the appropriate fees can be sent. STARFLEET Region Fifteen Award Certificates and STARFLEET Region Fifteen Award Ribbons are available for the award recipient. The award certificate is sent electronically to the RO for presentation to the recipient (or it may be sent directly to the recipient). The award ribbon can be included with the award certificate, but usually, the recipient of the award is the one who purchases the award ribbon. In most cases there are no limits as to how often a member or unit may be recommended, unless otherwise specified. However, if your ship conducts a "Meritorious Mast" (the CO's award review board), then you may be considering award recommendations monthly at the most or annually at the least. Usually, non-annual awards are presented at a chapter meeting or activity (as part of your chapter’s anniversary celebration), but recommendations may be made as often ONLY AS THE ACTION BEING CITED WARRANTS. Remember that if the recommendation doesn't meet the criteria of the award desired, then the recommendation will be denied (or the appropriate lesser award approved). We do not accept multiple recommendations for different awards for the same action. The Awards Director will choose the award the actions best fit. For example you can’t receive the Medal of Honor and a DSA for saving a life. Nor can you receive Chapter of the Year and use the same recommendation for a Unit DSA. Again, this program is driven by the work or accomplishments of those members and units who do more than what's ex-pected or is routine work that is so significant that it demands recognition. Though we have no doubt that this image describes all Region Fifteen chapters and personnel. After all, we may be a small region (chapters and members) but we are the best Region in all of STARFLEET!
Section V Order of Precedence
1–20. Order of precedence—heroism, achievement and service awards Order of precedence for Non-Annual Awards: 1) Medal Of Honor 2) Star Cross 3) Distinguished Service Award 4) Legion Of Merit 5) Purple Heart 6) "Dearest Blood" Decoration 7) “Let Me Help” Award 8) Region Fifteen Commendation 9) Good Conduct Decoration 10) Final Frontier Award 11) "SOL Ill" Award 12) Meritorious Service Award 13) Garth Order of Tactics 14) Phoenix Award Order of precedence for Unit Awards: 15) Unit Distinguished Service Award 16) Unit Commendation Award 17) Joint Meritorious Service Award 18) Meritorious Unit Commendation Award 19) Campaign Citation 20) "E" (Enterprise) Ribbon
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Order of precedence for Academic Awards: 21) FOS 22) OCC 23) OTS 24) Legion Of Honor 25) Daystrom Achievement Award 26) Silver Star Award
Order of precedence for Annual Awards:
27) Starship Of The Year 28) Starship Of Excellence 29) Best Shakedown Cruise 30) Chapter In Training Of Excellence 31) First Mission Citation 32) Support Chapter Of The Year 33) Region Fifteen Medal 34) STARFLEET Class Of Excellence 35) Johnathan Archer Award 36) Department Of The Year Award 37) RDC Of Excellence 38) Cadet Of The Year 39) Edith Keeler Award 40) Staff Member Of The Year 41) Newsletter Of The Year 42) Communications Excellence
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Chapter 2 STARFLEET Region Fifteen Awards The following awards are officially recognized by STARFLEET Region Fifteen. These regional awards recog-nize STARFLEET Region Fifteen members, chapters, and associates for outstanding and significant duty, deeds, accomplishments, achievements and service. Awards that are issued by other programs in the Re-gion, such as the RDC program are not listed in this manual. These awards are recognized from the chapter level to the regional level, thus in order to keep the program as simple as possible, there are no different levels of the same awards. Instead, the awards are appropriate for the action or accomplishment being cited. Carefully read the award criteria in order to determine the appropriate award for recommendation. All awards are listed in descending order of precedence. An explanation of the ribbons and devices are described later in this manual.
Section I REGION FIFTEEN - INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
2-1.1 MEDAL OF HONOR For GREAT risk of life in an act of Heroism and Bravery. Criteria - This award is given to a member who nearly looses or risks losing his/her life in an act of rescue and/or giving aid and assistance. When recommending this award, please explain in as much detail exactly what the person(s) did, when and give any extra details you can give. Ribbon Description - Dark Blue Devices - See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-1.2 STAR CROSS For the saving of a life or lives. Criteria - For saving or assisting in saving a life or lives with little or no risk. An ex-ample would be giving someone CPR, rendering first aid, or assisting in a lifesav-ing effort. Include any documentation and/or testimonial. Ribbon Description - Teal Green Devices - See device chart on Appendix A & B
NOTE: These two awards do not apply to those who have an occupation that regularly invokes risk. The ex-ception is when the member performs an act of heroism and/or rescue above while off-duty.
2-1.3 DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD For service far above and beyond the call of duty, that positively benefits or affects Region Fifteen in a major way. Criteria - This award recognizes a member’s hard work on a project or activity, or special assignment that results in a major benefit for STARFLEET R15. Ribbon Description - Turquoise Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
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2-1.4 LEGION OF MERIT AWARD For a STARFLEET Region Fifteen member who has served with distinction for 20+ years. Criteria - A member who has served in STARFLEET a minimum of 20 years, and has a solid record of achievements and decorations. Include a list of STARFLEET accomplishments and achievement when recommending for this award. Ribbon Description - Metallic Gold Ribbon Device– See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-1.5 PURPLE HEART Awarded to a member who was injured while engaged in a STARFLEET R15 pro-ject or activity (even recreational), and required professional medical attention . Criteria – For members who engaged activities related to a R15 chapter, the re-gion or the Fleet (or on their way to or from such an event), and incurring an injury serious enough to REQUIRE professional medical attention should be noted for such. When recommending this award, please explain exactly what happen to the person(s) and give any extra details you can give. Ribbon Description – Lt purple Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-1.6 DEAREST BLOOD DECORATION Posthumously given to a STARFLEET R15 member who died while in service to STARFLEET. Criteria - If the deceased had a distinctive record of activity and involvement in STARFLEET R15, this may include a 1-grade promotion. The ribbon will be in-cluded with the certificate, so that it may be presented to the family of the de-ceased; and with their permission, the ribbon may be laid with the deceased. If a promotion was given by the CO or RC, the appropriate promotion certificate may be included with the certificate and the optional ribbon. If membership was lapsed for less than a year the member is still eligible for this award, others are evaluated on a case by case basis.
Ribbon Description – Violet Devices - See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-1.7 “LET ME HELP” AWARD For helping a charity, cause, and/or community event. Criteria – Awarded annually to a member who unselfishly and repeatedly assists charities and causes (excluding personal monetary donations) on an ongoing or regular basis. Ribbon Description - Peach Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
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2-1.8 REGION 15 COMMENDATION For an extraordinary act (s) of service or duty by a STARFLEET R15 member. Criteria - For annual recognition of member who has performed his/her duty with marked distinction; or has headed or been involved in a project or activity bringing about significant distinction for his/her department, ship, or R15. Ribbon Description – Brown Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-1.9 GOOD CONDUCT DECORATION A 5-year tour marker: For a STARFLEET member IN GOOD STANDING. Please include a list of accomplishments and achievement when recommending for this award. A 24 hour lapse of STARFLEET membership will result in the time in ser-vice clock to be reset to the effective date of the membership renewal and the previous time is lost. Ribbon Description - White Devices - See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-1.10 “FINAL FRONTIER” AWARD Support of the space program and/or promotes science fact. Criteria - STARFLEET R15 recognizes that promoting today’s space program may help to bring about a “Star Trek” - like future. Members and units, who avidly keep abreast of and help educate and inform members and the public about the space program, are recognized with this award. Ribbon Description – Cream Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-1.11 “SOL III” AWARD For promoting environmental awareness and/or being avidly involved in environ-mental issues or projects. Criteria - Members and chapters who help make people aware about keeping our planet clean, or avidly take part in environmental clean up projects or make mem-bers and the public aware, or who keeps abreast of environmental issues, receive this award. Ribbon Description - Pale Blue Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
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2-1.12 MERITORIOUS SERVICE AWARD To note avid participation and/or performance of duty, by young STARFLEET R15 members. Criteria - This award is meant to help motivate involvement of young STARFLEET members up to age 18. Those who distinguish themselves by their participation and/or perform their assigned duty with zeal may annually earn this award. Please include a list of accomplishments. Ribbon Description - Light Green Devices - See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-1.13 GARTH ORDER OF TACTICS To honor those who have served honorable in the armed forces who served in either combat or non-combat. Criteria – The award is divided into three levels, National Guard/Reserves, Active Duty and Combat Tour. To qualify the individual must have completed at least one enlistment tour of duty or 3 consecutive years as an Officer. The Combat Tour is awarded to any individual regardless of component that completes a mini-mum of 1 combat tour honorably. Ribbon Description – Red, White and Blue Devices - See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-1.14 PHOENIX AWARD The Phoenix Award is to honor those who have faced adverse situations. Criteria - This award is given to those STARFLEET R15 members who have faced life threatening adverse situations and lived to tell about it. Ribbon Description – Reddish Orange Device - See device chart on Appendix A & B
Section II REGION FIFTEEN - UNIT AWARDS
2-2.1 UNIT DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD Noting a unit that has performed far beyond the call of duty and who’s actions positively benefits R15 in a major way. Criteria – This award recognizes a Units’ hard work on a project or activity or special assignment that results in a major benefit for STARFLEET R15. Ribbon Description - Pink Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
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2-2.2 UNIT COMMENDATION AWARD For excellence in performance of duty. Criteria - For a Unit that has performed with distinction; or been involved in a project or activity bringing about significant distinction for its department, ship, community or Region Fifteen. Ribbon Description - Light Blue Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-2.3 JOINT MERITORIOUS SERVICE AWARD For a STARFLEET R15 unit that works jointly with an outside club on a project or activity. Criteria - Sometimes a STARFLEET R15 unit works in a joint effort with an out-side club on a project or activity. This award recognizes that effort. "Describe the activity in as much detail as possible, and include any relevant information. Ribbon Description - Blue Devices - See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-2.4 MERITORIOUS UNIT COMMENDATION AWARD For ongoing community service. Criteria - A unit that is involved in community service (either the local or world community) on a regular or ongoing basis, thus promoting the concept of “Let Me Help”, is eligible for this award. This award may be recommended quarterly. Please provide a detailed list of actions. Ribbon Description - Navy Blue Devices - See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-2.5 CAMPAIGN CITATION Being Involved in a Challenge that Benefits a Charity or Cause. Criteria - If a STARFLEET R15 unit is challenged by another unit or outside club, to take part in a function that will benefit a charity or cause, the unit is awarded this citation. Documentation must be included that shows the official involve-ment of the unit being cited. This is awarded once, annually. Ribbon Description - Tangerine Devices - See device chart on Appendix A & B
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2-2.6 “E” (ENTERPRISE) RIBBON To the Victor of a Formally Declared Recreational Competition. Criteria - If a STARFLEET R15 unit competes against another unit and/or outside club in a formally declared recreational competition (a R15 Summit “tug of war” for example!) and wins that competition, that unit can receive this award. Documen-tation of the competition must be included. Ribbon Description - Khaki Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
Section III REGION FIFTEEN - SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
2-3.1 OFFICER TRAINING SCHOOL Successful completion of OTS Ribbon Description – Maroon (No Certificate issued for this Award) Device for OTS ribbon: See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-3.2 OFFICER COMMAND COLLEGE Successful completion of OCC Device for OCC ribbon: See device chart on Appendix A & B (No Certificate issued for this Award)
2-3.3 FLAG OFFICER SCHOOL Successful completion of all 4 FOS courses Device for FOS ribbon: See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-3.4 LEGION OF HONOR For students who have made the honor roll for any one quarter of an academic year. Include a copy of the report card/record. (SFA is Ribbon Only) Levels: Ele-mentary, Middle School, High School and College Ribbon Description - Red/Orange Devices- See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-3.5 DAYSTROM ACADEMIC AWARD Recognizes a Cadet member's achievement of a yearly grade average of A or B. A copy of academic year-end report cards must be sent with this award nomina-tion. (Any grade through 12th grade is eligible.) Ribbon Description – Brown/Yellow Device - See device chart on Appendix A & B
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2-3.6 SILVER STAR AWARD Recognizes any STARFLEET R15 member who graduates in the top Ten Percent of his/her graduating class (Middle School/High School/College) Ribbon Description - Metallic Silver Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
Section IV REGION FIFTEEN - ANNUAL AWARDS
2-4.1 CHAPTER OF THE YEAR For the Most Distinguished STARFLEET R15 Chapter. Criteria - This is awarded to the most distinguished R15 chapter. This chapter best represents the ideals of their chapter, Region Fifteen and STARFLEET, the International Star Trek Fan Association, Inc., and, as a whole, represents the spirit and determination of SFI. Qualifications for the chapter of the year include promotion of the basic philosophy of STAR TREK, involvement in community and/or charitable service, promotion of activities and projects that are fun for the chapter members, solid administration, and a vision for the future. Ribbon Description – Orange Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-4.2 CHAPTER OF EXCELLENCE (Runner up Starship of the Year) Best all Around Chapter. Criteria - Awarded to the runner-up for the Chapter of the Year. Ribbon Description - Light Brown Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-4.3 SHAKEDOWN CHAPTER OF THE YEAR The Most Exceptional Developing Starfleet R15 Chapter. Criteria- Awarded to the most exceptional R15 shakedown chapter. The shake-down chapter of the year best demonstrates the qualities of and the potential to become an ideal ship or station. These qualities should include a chapter news-letter, prompt and proper reporting to the Region 15 Regional Coordinator and STARFLEET Operations/ShOC, effective chapter structure and organization, and involvement in Regional or Fleet activities when possible. This chapter should be the one which best exemplifies the principles of the ShOC Program for develop-ing chapters, and which best serves as a role model for other chapters-in-training. Ribbon Description - Red Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
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2-4.4 FIRST MISSION CITATION Best First Year Performance by a Chapter. Criteria - A chapter that has performed its first year of service excellently, showing the qualities of being a “chapter of the year”. The chapter MUST have a 100% re-porting for that particular award cycle. Chapter must have less then 2 years as a chapter to qualify for this award.
Ribbon Description – Gold Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-4.5 R15 SUPPORT CHAPTER OF THE YEAR The Most Exceptional Region Fifteen Chapter Help Towards a Developing STAR-FLEET R15 Chapter. Criteria - Awarded to the most exceptional STARFLEET chapter that supported and launched a shuttle that commissioned. The mother-ship of the year best demonstrates to a chapter-in-training the best qualities of a STARFLEET chapter, and serves as a role model and mentor to its shuttles and daughter chapters. It shows chapters how to actively and effectively run their own chapter-level events, and participate in Regional or Fleet-level events when possible. This chapter should be the one which best demonstrates the principles of the ShOC Program for developing chapters, and that serves as a role model for other STARFLEET chapters.
Ribbon Description - Dark Red Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-4.6 R15 COMMANDING OFFICER OF THE YEAR Commanding Officer of the Year. Criteria - This award is reserved for the Commanding Officer of a STARFLEET R15 Chapter. This award is given to an individual who has shown exemplary lead-ership and motivational skills, and helps set the direction and vision for his/her chapter. The commanding officer of the year encourages crew-members to work hard for their chapter, and to take interest in Regional and STARFLEET activities. The commanding officer of the year demonstrates conduct consistent with the phi-losophies of Star Trek and promotes the vision of the various series. To be eligible for this award, the member must have been a commanding officer for at least six months of the calendar year for which he or she is nominated. Ribbon Description – Yellow Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-4.7 STARFLEET REGION 15 MEDAL For the Most Outstanding Member of the Year. Criteria - This is for the member who has shown best overall dedication and in-volvement to STARFLEET R15 and his starship; and has made significant accom-plishments to it. Categories are Enlisted, Officer and Flag Officer. Commanding Officer submits candidates for this award. Current Chapter COs are not eligible for this award. Ribbon Description - Dark Green Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
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2-4.8 STARFLEET REGION 15 JOHNATHAN ARCHER AWARD Rookie Commanding Officer of the Year. Criteria - For the rookie STARFLEET R15 CO, who has shown excellent leader-ship and administration skills, is well thought of by his crew, but most significant-ly, helps set the direction and vision for the chapter during his first year of Com-mand. He is OTS/OCC qualified, has been a CO for at least one year and MUST have a 100% reporting for that particular award cycle. Also has fosters crew involvement in STARFLEET Region 15 and STARFLEET. Ribbon Description – Pale Yellow Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-4.9 REGION 15 CADET OF THE YEAR For the Most Outstanding R15 Junior Member of the Year. Criteria - This award is reserved for members 18 years old or younger. The junior member of the year, to the best of his or her abilities, takes an active role in chapter, Regional and STARFLEET functions and demonstrates commitment to the organization through both word and action. The junior member of the year also demonstrates the potential for leadership, consistent conduct in accordance with the philosophy of Star Trek, and support for the series’ vision of a positive future through community service and scholastic accomplishment (where appro-priate). Ribbon Description - Rust Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-4.10 EDITH KEELER AWARD Most Outstanding ‘Do Gooder' in R15. Criteria – This recognizes the best all around humanitarian who consistently and persistently made the most impact in a Volunteer/ Community Service in the Re-gion. (Excluding personal monetary donations). Ribbon Description - Pink Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-4.11 DEPARTMENT OF THE YEAR Most Outstanding Chapter Department of the Year. Criteria – For the department that exemplifies by its actions and deeds the best of what STARFLEET group can do. This department has shown great activity; has undertaken projects and events related to the department; This Department lends support to others in their chapter, the region, the community and the Fleet. Ribbon Description - Kelly Green Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
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2-4.12 REGION 15 STAFF MEMBER OF THE YEAR Most Outstanding Member of the R15 Staff. Criteria - For the most active and efficient staff member in R15. This award rec-ognizes the Regional Staff members who through their positive efforts enhances the region through exemplary works and example or enhances a regional program for the betterment of a the region. This award is open to any appointed member of the R15 Staff as defined by the R15 Handbook, excluding members who already have award categories. The Staff Officer MUST have a 100% reporting for that particular award cycle. The R15 RC selects the recipient of this award. Ribbon Description - Irish Green Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-4.13 REGION 15 RDC OF THE YEAR Regional Division Chief of the Year. Criteria - For a STARFLEET R15 RDC who has shown excellent leadership, com-munications and administration skills. This RDC aids Regional participants in get-ting the most out of the RDC program. The RDC MUST have a 100% reporting for that particular award cycle to the RDC program administrator. Ribbon Description – Olive Drab Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
Section V REGION FIFTEEN- COMMUNICATIONS AWARDS
2-5.1 NEWSLETTER OF THE YEAR Most Outstanding Chapter/Chapter-in-Training Newsletter. Criteria - For a Chapter/Department newsletter that reflects the personality of the chapter/Department; shows diverse submissions from its membership; and with items of science fact as well as science fiction, is informative as well as entertain-ing. The newsletter competition has four categories; 1) Monthly, 2) Bi-monthly, 3) Quarterly and 4) Best Overall Newsletter. Ribbon Description - Black Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
2-5.2 COMMUNICATIONS EXCELLENCE Most Outstanding Publication by a Chapter or Region. Criteria - This is for publications other than newsletters and the award has several categories. 1) Fanzines, 2) Handbook and 3) Website. Ribbon Description - Dark Grey Devices – See device chart on Appendix A & B
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Section VI REGION FIFTEEN MISCELLANEOUS AWARDS
2-6.1 HAILING FREQUENCIES AWARD Mark of reporting excellence to each chapter who have filed the Monthly Status Report. Criteria – This certificate is sent annually to chapters in Region Fifteen who have and exemplary reporting record having missed fewer than 2 reports on time but having filled all reports. There are two levels to this award – Distinction missed 0 reports. Excellence missed 1 report. The Regional Coordinator or designated officer will provide a list of recipients at the end of each reporting year.
Section VII REGION FIFTEEN AFFILIATION AWARDS These awards are presented to individuals, outside associates, businesses and organizations.
2-7.1 REGION FIFTEEN AMBASSADORIAL AWARD To recognize the extraordinary contributions and assistance of outside associ-ates, businesses and organizations. STARFLEET R15 appreciates the help of those entities (individuals, other clubs and businesses) who help support our various causes and efforts. This award shows our appreciation. The organization can not be owned in whole or by part of any member of the chapter.
2-7.2 REGION FIFTEEN HONORARY MEMBERSHIP To bestow on a person or persons who have benefited and/or sponsored STAR-FLEET R15 activities on an ongoing basis Those non - STARFLEET members, who continue to support STARFLEET R15 projects, causes, and activities, can be made an honorary member as an ultimate display of appreciation.
Section VIII REGION FIFTEEN REGIONAL DECADE AWARDS We, the Officers and Staff of Region Fifteen, like to recognize those chapter and individuals who have sur-vived the ups and downs of this organization and who have served this organization for many years to help make it the great Region it is. To this end we have created special awards that are awarded at the end of eve-ry decade (2000, 2010…etc).
2-8.1 Center Seat Award Given to the R15 Commanding Officers who have occupied the position of Commanding Officer for ten or more years consecutively. (Awarded at the 10 year mark and then awarded every 10th year thereafter)
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2-8.2 Longest Serving Commanding Officer Awarded to the longest serving Commanding Officer in the Region. (Awarded Annually)
2-8.3 First Ones Award This award recognizes those members of R15 who have been active members in Region Fifteen for 10 con-secutive years or more. (Awarded at the 10 year mark and then awarded every 10th year thereafter)
2-8.4 Longest Serving Member Awarded to the longest serving active member in R15.
2-8.5 Legendary Chapters of the Fifteenth Fleet This award recognizes those chapters that have served in the region for ten or more years, are being recog-nized as being Legends in the Region. (Awarded at the 10 year mark and then awarded every 10th year there-after).
2-8.6 Longest Serving Chapter Awarded to the longest serving chapter in the R15. (Awarded Annually)
Section IX OTHER REGIONAL AWARDS There may be other awards that are given by the RC, VRC, RDC, or other Regional staff members that recog-nize the achievements and hard work of the chapters, departments, and individuals of Region Fifteen. The requirements of these awards may be listed in the different publications of those Regional Departments. While all members of Region Fifteen are encouraged to use this Regional Awards Program, this program does not discourage any avenue that brings recognition to deserving members of Region Fifteen.
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Chapter 3 REGION FIFTEEN ANNUAL AWARDS INFORMATION Section I Evaluating The Entries As Region 15 is composed of different types of chapters, the criteria used to evaluate Region 15 chapters and crew utilizes those things that should be common to most of them. Those who serve as Region Fifteen Annual Awards Judges will receive special instructions from the Regional Recognition Officer or the Assistant Awards Recognition Officer. These will include the award evaluation score sheets and evaluation criteria. The goal is to fairly determine the best all around winner. The Award Judges are instructed to be tough (but fair) in their evaluations. They are asked to read and evaluate each entry carefully. It is important that all entries give the best possible picture of the entrant, and those submitting the entries leave nothing out so that the maximum score can be recorded. They are to evaluate the quality and not quantity of the material and actions submit-ted. All chapters and individuals have the same opportunity regardless of chapter size or individual length of service. In addition to the below, the RC or an appointee will need to produce a report showing the number of reports of chapters in Region 15 who have missed filing on time.
Section II Particulars For Annual Awards Please make sure that your entries give the BEST possible COMPLETE picture of the nominees (chapters or crew) FOR THAT YEAR. It is highly recommended that the entire Chapter Command Staff be involved in the submission process. Remember the judges will only have what is written on paper to make their decisions by. Please be as complete and precise as possible in the pages allowed and only include actions for the year re-quested. (See additional information in the appendix) Your goal is to make your nominations shine above the rest. Unless otherwise posted, all Annual award entries (Chapter Entries, Recommendations, newsletters, RDC Reports, etc.) are due by an announced deadline of the following year. The Annual Awards are handed out at Annual Regional Summit. Scores and entries can be mailed back to participants within six months of the announcements, if it is requested and a SASE is provided. Please make sure that the entries that are sub-mitted are clearly marked for judging. For example if you send in a publication to be judged, please make sure it has Entry of Best Newsletter on the Envelope. Non-requested material included with entries will not be eval-uated and entries that exceed the page limits may be penalized. Note: FOR ALL annual award chapter nominations, please use the Annual Chapter Nomination Form. For all Individual Entries, please use the Individual Award Nomination Form.
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Section III Judging Specifics For Most Annual Awards The Awards Committee shall utilize members of the regional staff and anyone necessary to provide a fair eval-uation process for all the submitted entries. All judges shall be instructed by the Annual Awards Director and provided with an evaluation packet and the evaluation guideline. Each selected judge is to make fair evalua-tion of the submitted material utilizing the correct scoring sheet and returning all score sheet to the Annual Awards Director by the specified deadline. At no time shall it be permitted for a Judge to evaluate an entry where there is a obvious conflict of interest (their own entry or their chapter) The scores are compiled and av-eraged by the Awards Director or Deputy Director. The entry with the highest average is the declared winner. If there is a tie then the Deputy Director will use the specified rules to break the tie. The other awards will be evaluated accordingly. In the Starship of the Year category the chapter with the second highest score will be named CHAPTER OF EXCELLENCE. In addition to evaluating for the Annual awards, the judges will be mak-ing recommendations for NON-Annual awards based on the material in the entries. If a chapter does not get Starship of the Year, they may receive a Unit Commendation or Unit DSA. Individual Regional members may also qualify for other STARFLEET Awards.
Section IV Awards Specifics
3-5.1 CHAPTER OF THE YEAR Citation - FOR THE MOST OUTSTANDING REGION 15 CHAPTER Criteria This is awarded to the most distinguished STARFLEET chapter. This chapter best represents the ideals of STARFLEET, the International Star Trek Fan Association, Inc., and, as a whole, represents the spirit and de-termination of SFI. Qualifications for the chapter of the year include promotion of the basic philosophy of STAR TREK, involvement in community and/or charitable service, promotion of activities and projects that are fun for the chapter members, solid administration, and a vision for the future. MUST have a 100% reporting for that particular award cycle. Entry Each chapter in R15 is encouraged to submit a year-end report, not to exceed 750 words, which illustrates the chapter’s activities and accomplishment record for the award year and tells why this chapter is the best of the best. This entry is to be mailed to the Annual Awards Director. It is recommended that the chapter's Senior Officers be involved in writing this submission, as well as the other entries, and not just the Commanding Of-ficer. This report will be due by the deadline. You may incorporate pictures, graphics, photocopies, etc. in your summaries, but DO NOT attach such items to your summaries. Remember to attach an entry form for each entry. Please include all relevant information in your summaries. Chapters will be evaluated in the following areas: Administration
• What is the chapter reporting record to the RCs? (Info will be provided by RC)
Demonstrating the true meaning of STARFLEET
• How does your chapter demonstrate the meaning and spirit of STARFLEET? [This essay must appear on the report - no more than a page]
• What is the participation level of your chapter?
• Does your chapter publish a chapter newsletter that informs your members of Science News, Space Ex-ploration, Star Trek, Chapter, Regional, Fleet Information, etc?
• Does your chapter have a membership manual for its members that details how your organization is to be run and answers basic questions about membership?
Chapter Activities
• What did your chapter accomplish as a crew?
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• What fellowship or fun events did you do or participate in?
• How, as a chapter, did you express your Star Trek fandom?
• What types of things does your chapter do as a group (trips, educational projects/lectures, outings)?
Section Participation
• How has the chapter interacted/communicated with other chapters in their section?
• Has the chapter participated in or hosted Sectional Projects/Activities?
Regional Participation
• How has the chapter interacted with other chapters in the Region and have they had ongoing positive communication with their RC regarding Regional matters?
• Has the chapter participated in or hosted Regional Projects/Activities?
• Does the chapter participate in regional Program (RDC, Awards, Newsletter exchange) Fleet Participation
• How has the chapter interacted with other chapters in the Fleet and have they had ongoing positive communication with HQ regarding Fleet matters?
• Has the chapter participated in or hosted Fleet Projects?
Community Service
• How has the chapter interacted with their Community and has the chapter projected a positive image of a STARFLEET chapter to their community?
• What types of Community Service projects does the chapter do? The Chapter Entry Form MUST be attached to your Chapter Annual Award Entries
3-5.2 SHAKEDOWN CRUISE OF THE YEAR Citation - THE MOST OUTSTANDING DEVELOPING STARFEET CHAPTER Criteria For the chapter-in-training that best shows the qualities of and the potential of being an ideal STARFLEET Starship. Additionally, the Shakedown Chapter MUST have a 100% reporting for that particular award cycle and received a good assessment from the support ship CO and/or the R15 ShOC Director. Any chapter that was “in training” for most of the award year (minimum of 6 months) falls in this category. Entry Each chapter-in-training in Region 15 is encouraged to submit a year-end report, not to exceed 750 words, which illustrates the chapter-in-training activities and accomplishment record for the award year and tells why this chapter-in-training is the best of the best. This entry is to be mailed to the R15 Awards Director. It is rec-ommended that the chapter's Senior Officers be involved in writing this submission, as well as the other en-tries, and not just the Commanding Officer. This report will be due by the deadline. You may incorporate pic-tures, graphics, photocopies, etc. in your summaries, but DO NOT attach such items to your summaries. Re-member to attach an entry form for each entry. Please include all relevant information in your summaries. Chapter-in-training will be evaluated in the following areas: Administration
• What is the shakedown chapter reporting record to the Mother ship, RC, R15 ShOC and ShOps? Demonstrating the true meaning of STARFLEET
• How does your shakedown chapter demonstrate the meaning and spirit of STARFLEET?
Growth
• How successful has the shakedown chapter Administration been in creating membership growth?
• What is the participation level of your shakedown chapter (out of 10 members how many of them are active)?
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• Does your shakedown chapter publish a newsletter that informs your members of Science News, Space Exploration, Star Trek, Chapter, Regional, and Fleet Information?
• Does your shakedown chapter have a membership manual for its members that details how your organi-zation is to be run and to answer basic questions about membership? Has the shakedown chapter fully developed a Chain-of-Command?
• Did your shuttle complete the Shakedown program in the normal amount of time (9 months or less, if it has launched)?
Chapter Activities
• What did your shakedown chapter accomplish as a crew?
• What fellowship events did you do?
• How, as a shakedown chapter, did you enjoy Star Trek?
• What types of things does your shakedown chapter do as a group (trips, educational projects/lectures, outings)?
Section Participation
• How has the shakedown chapter interacted/communicated with other chapters in their section and have they had ongoing positive communications with the support ship?
• Has the chapter participated in or hosted a Sectional Projects/Activities? Regional Participation
• How has the shakedown chapter interacted with other chapters in the Region and have they had ongo-ing positive communication with their RC regarding Regional matters?
• Has the shakedown chapter participated in or hosted a Regional Projects \ Activities? Fleet Participation
• How has the shakedown chapter interacted with other chapters in the Fleet and have they had ongoing positive communication with the HQ regarding Fleet matters?
• Has the shakedown chapter participated in or hosted Fleet Projects \ Activities? Community Service
• How has the shakedown chapter interacted with their Community and has the chapter projected a posi-tive image of a STARFLEET chapter to their community?
• What types of Community Service projects does your chapter do? The Chapter Entry Form MUST be attached to your Chapter Annual Award Entries
3-5.3 FIRST MISSION AWARD Citation - BEST FIRST YEAR PERFORMANCE BY A STARSHIP Criteria A starship that has performed its first year of service excellently, showing the qualities of being a “starship of the year”. The chapter MUST have a 100% reporting for that particular award cycle. Chapter must have less then 2 years as a chapter to qualify for this award. Entry Each chapter in Region 15 is encouraged to submit a year-end report, not to exceed 750 words, which illus-trates the chapter’s activities and accomplishment record for the award year and tells why this chapter is the best of the best. This entry is to be mailed to the Annual Awards Director. It is recommended that the chap-ter's Senior Officers be involved in writing this submission, as well as the other entries, and not just the Com-manding Officer. This report will be due by the deadline. You may incorporate pictures, graphics, photocopies, etc. in your summaries, but DO NOT attach such items to your summaries. Remember to attach an entry form for each entry. Please include all relevant information in your summaries. Chapters will be evaluated in the following areas:
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Administration
• What is the chapter reporting record to the RCs? (Info will be provided by RC)
Demonstrating the true meaning of STARFLEET
• How does your chapter demonstrate the meaning and spirit of STARFLEET? [This essay must appear on the report - no more than a page]
• What is the participation level of your chapter?
• Does your chapter publish a chapter newsletter that informs your members of Science News, Space Exploration, Star Trek, Chapter, Regional, Fleet Information, etc?
• Does your chapter have a membership manual for its members that details how your organization is to be run and answers basic questions about membership?
Chapter Activities
• What did your chapter accomplish as a crew?
• What fellowship or fun events did you do or participate in?
• How, as a chapter, did you express your Star Trek fandom?
• What types of things does your chapter do as a group (trips, educational projects/lectures, outings)?
Section Participation
• How has the chapter interacted/communicated with other chapters in their section?
• Has the chapter participated in or hosted Sectional Projects/Activities?
Regional Participation
• How has the chapter interacted with other chapters in the Region and have they had ongoing positive communication with their RC regarding Regional matters?
• Has the chapter participated in or hosted Regional Projects/Activities?
• Does the chapter participate in regional Program (RDC, Awards, Newsletter exchange) Fleet Participation
• How has the chapter interacted with other chapters in the Fleet and have they had ongoing positive communication with HQ regarding Fleet matters?
• Has the chapter participated in or hosted Fleet Projects?
Community Service
• How has the chapter interacted with their Community and has the chapter projected a positive image of a STARFLEET chapter to their community?
• What types of Community Service projects does the chapter do? The Chapter Entry Form MUST be attached to your Chapter Annual Award Entries
3-5.4 SUPPORT CHAPTER OF THE YEAR Citation - BEST SUPPORT to A CHAPTER-IN-TRAINING BY A CHAPTER Criteria Awarded to the R15 Chapter that encourages and fosters the growth of a shakedown chapter by taking on the added task of responsibility, advising and assisting the new chapter as it travels on its journey from shake-down chapter - to commissioned Chapter. This Support Ship assists the Shakedown Chapter to effectively and actively run their own Chapter level events as well as participation in Regional or Fleet level events when possible. Support Chapter MUST have a 100% reporting for that particular award cycle. Entry Each STARFLEET Shakedown Chapter in Region Fifteen that has been launched may submit an entry, not to exceed 750 words, which details the Support Ship’s sponsorship and nurturing the new chapter on its way to independent Chapter. This entry is to be submitted to the R15 Awards Director either by snail mail or email.
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This report will be due by the established deadline. EVALUATION CRITERIA Each submitted entry will evaluate will be evaluated on the following criteria:
• Usage of STARFLEET Guidelines (ShoC Support Chapter Operations Manual).
• Assistance given to chapter with establishing chapter policies assisting with STARFLEET matters.
• Assistance to shakedown chapters with aiding in recruiting, helping with publications.
• Communications.
• Having a Liaison officer to assist with the shakedown chapter.
• How helpful was Support Chapter in assisting the shakedown chapter through the process to possible launch.
• Shakedown Chapter commander personal opinion.
3-5.5 REGION 15 MEDAL (MEMBER OF THE YEAR) Citation - FOR THE MOST OUTSTANDING STARFLEET MEMBER OF THE YEAR Criteria This is for the member who has shown best overall dedication and involvement to STARFLEET R15 and his starship; and has made significant accomplishments to it. Categories are Enlisted, Officer and Flag Officer. Commanding Officer submits candidates for this award. Current Chapter COs are not eligible for this award. Entry Each chapter of Region 15 may submit a recommendation for the member of his/her crew that they feel should be nominated as Region 15 Member of the Year. The recommendation may not exceed 750 words and only include information for the award year. ONE ENTRY PER CATEGORY PER CHAPTER (FLAG OFFICER, OFFICER, ENLISTED) Judging Following the same method as selecting the Chapter/Shuttle of the year, the R15AC will review the recom-mendations and grade each candidate as follows. The process is the same as chapter of the year. Look at the following: EVALUATION CRITERIA
Attendance
• Attendance of meetings/activities (Chapter, Department etc.) attended /hosted
• Attended Regional Summit
• Attended Regional Conference
• Attended International Conference Participation/Contributions
• Chapter activities participated/hosted in (parties, outings etc., including planning)
• Chapter projects participated in (recruiting, PR, Community Service)
• Regional/Sectional activities participated in (chapter gatherings)
• Fleet Projects/Activities participated in
• Any other contributions to STARFLEET
Attitude
• Individual displays a positive attitude toward his/her chapter, the Region, STARFLEET and Trek Fandom without fear or ridicule.
• Individual displays a positive attitude towards all people, and reflects the principles, and philosophy of the Officers’ Code of Conduct.
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Commanding Officers Personal Evaluation of Candidate
• Does this person just show up or would you like an entire crew of people like him/her?
• Is this member the best thing since pockets? The nominee with the most points is selected for the award. In case of a tie, the R15AC should present two separate awards. If there are multiple (greater than two) nominees, the recipient shall be chosen by simple majority of the R15AC. Note: Adequate documentation should be included with the nomination.
3-5.6 REGION 15 CLASS OF EXCELLENCE Citation - COMMANDING OFFICER OF THE YEAR Criteria For a STARFLEET R15 CO, who has shown excellent leadership and administration skills, is well thought of by his/her crew, but most significantly, helps set the direction and vision for the chapter. He is OTS/OCC qualified, has been a CO for at least two years and MUST have a 100% reporting for that particular award cycle. Also has been instrumental in helping any shuttles attached to his/her command; and fosters crew in-volvement in STARFLEET R15 and STARFLEET. Entry Each chapter Executive/First Officer make a recommendation for the Commanding Officer of his/her crew (100 reasons why my CO is better than Capt. Kirk, Picard, Sisko, Janeway or Bly, etc.). Not to exceed 750 words. Judging Following the same method as selecting the Chapter/Shuttle of the year, the R15AC will review the recom-mendations and grade each candidate as follows. The process is the same as chapter of the year. Certain things to look for: Utilizes all chapter resources to achieve chapter goals, sets direction for chapter, and communicates up and down the chain of command, sets an example to other STARFLEET Officers. Look at the following: EVALUATION CRITERIA Command
• Has the respect and admiration of his/her crew, and the ability to make decisions and stand by them.
• Is able to conduct himself/herself in a manner that reflects positively on their chapter, and crew.
• Promotes STARFLEET and Trek Fandom.
• Has the capability of being fair and impartial, and does not jump to conclusions.
• Effectively delegates duties and responsibilities.
• Listens to the concerns of the crew, and allows for constructive criticism.
• Is a leader Administrative:
• All reports of the award year are filed on timely basis, without exception.
• All paperwork of the award year for the Fleet and Region are maintained.
• Maintains contact with Regional Command on a regular basis, following the Chain of Command when the need arises.
• Understands the Officers’ Code of Conduct and abides by it at all times, demonstrates STARFLEET philosophy, and leads by example.
• Personal Opinion (of XO)
• What makes your Commanding Officer a great leader and a model officer?
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3-5.7 STARFLEET REGION 15 JONATHAN ARCHER AWARD Citation – ROOKIE COMMANDING OFFICER OF THE YEAR Criteria For the rookie STARFLEET R15 CO, who has shown excellent leadership and administration skills, is well thought of by his crew, but most significantly, helps set the direction and vision for the chapter during his first year of Command. He is OTS/OCC qualified, has been a CO for at least one year and MUST have a 100% reporting for that particular award cycle. Also has fosters crew involvement in STARFLEET Region 15 and STARFLEET. Entry Each chapter Executive/First Officer or other Senior Line Officer in Region 15 may make a recommendation for the Commanding Officer of his/her crew (100 reasons why my CO is better than Capt. Kirk, Picard, Sisko, Janeway or Bly, etc.). Not to exceed 1000 words. Judging The judges will use the below criteria to determine the winner. We will follow the same process as chapter of the year. Certain things to look for: Utilizes all chapter resources to achieve chapter goals, sets direction for chapter, and communicates up and down the chain of command, sets an example to other STARFLEET Officers. EVALUATION CRITERIA Command:
• Has the respect and admiration of his/her crew, and the ability to make decisions and stand by them
• Is able to conduct himself/herself in a manner that reflects positively on their chapter, and crew.
• Promotes STARFLEET and Trek Fandom.
• Has the capability of being fair and impartial, and does not jump to conclusions.
• Effectively delegates duties and responsibilities.
• Listens to the concerns of the crew, and allows for constructive criticism.
• Is a leader Administrative:
• All reports of the award year are filed on timely basis, without exception.
• All paperwork of the award year for the Fleet and Region are maintained.
• Maintains contact with Regional Command on a regular basis, following the Chain of Command when the need arises.
• Understands the Officers’ Code of Conduct and abides by it at all times, demonstrates STARFLEET phi-losophy, and leads by example.
• Personal Opinion (of XO)
• What makes your Commanding Officer a great leader and a model officer?
3-5.8 THE REGION 15 EDITH KEELER AWARD Citation – Humanitarian of the Year This is an Annual Award presented to the most outstanding 'Do Gooder' in Region 15. Criteria This recognizes the best all around humanitarian who consistently and persistently made the most impact in a Volunteer/ Community Service in the Region. (Excluding personal monetary donations). Entry not to exceed 1000 words. Chapter Participation
• Give details of the works the member has provided during the award year for all Chapter Community
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Service projects. Please list the projects they both organized and participated in during the year. Regional Participation
• Give details of the works the member has provided in the award year for all Regional Community Ser-vice projects. Please list the projects they both organized and participated in, and during the year.
STARFLEET Participation
• Give details of the works the member has provided in the award year for all STARFLEET Community Service projects. Please list the projects they both organized and participated in during the year.
Community Participation
• Give details of the works the member has provided, in the award year for, all Non Fleet related Com-munity Service projects. Please list the projects they both organized and participated in during the year.
3-5.9 STARFLEET REGION 15 CADET OF THE YEAR Citation- FOR THE MOST OUTSTANDING CADET OF THE YEAR Criteria For a member up to 18 years of age, who has shown significant involvement on his/her starship, does very well in school, and shown an avid interest in science fact. The cadet may have also taken a course(s) at STARFLEET Academy. The Commanding Officer recommends this cadet. Judging The selection guidelines for this award are very simple, and for that reason, one citation will be presented. Will be determined in the same fashion as the Chapter of the Year. The recommendation may not exceed 750 words. EVALUATION CRITERIA Participation:
• Documentation of the nominee's involvement on his/her Starship during the award year should be tak-en from the award recommendation.
• The CO or nominating person shall include a list of the deeds and tasks accomplished by the midship-man.
Scholastic Achievement:
• What is the nominee’s Academic Average during the award year? Please include documentation.
• Points are given for a "C" or 2.0 average, for a "B" or 3.0 average or for a "A" or 4.0 average
• Academic Awards entitle the nominee to additional points. Starfleet Academy Achievement:
• What is the nominee’s Starfleet Academy academic performance during the award year? Please in-clude all documentation. Points are awarded for Pass/Fail Academy courses taken and passed, for average scores of 90-95, for average scores of 96-99, and for average scores of 100%. This is not a major part of the evaluation.
Science Fact Interest:
• For participation in an area that pertains to the sciences; for example, science fair, school projects, environmental projects, etc.
• For finishing first in the science fair or related competition. Chapter/Region/ Fleet Participation and Achievements:
• What contributions does this member make to the Chapter, the Region, the Fleet, and Trek Fandom during the award year?
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Note: Valid documentation should be included with the nomination and does not count toward the 750 word limit.
3-5.10 REGION 15 NEWSLETTER OF THE YEAR Citation - Most outstanding STARSHIP/SHUTTLE NEWSLETTER Criteria For a Chapter/Department newsletter that reflects the personality of the chapter/Department; shows diverse submissions from its membership; and with items of science fact as well as science fiction, is informative as well as entertaining. The newsletter competition has four categories; 1) Monthly, 2) Bi-monthly, 3) Quarterly and 4) Best Overall Newsletter. Judging Each Region 15 Chapter/ Shuttle will submit three (3) newsletter from the award year to the Region 15 RDC of Communication or person designated by the Region 15 Annual Awards Staff. These should be submitted no later than January 31st or the announced deadline of the following year. For example, any chapter/shuttle newsletter from 2017 must be mailed by January 31st 2018. The R15 Communications Officer shall use es-tablished criteria to determine the winner. There may be up to four winning categories: one for Monthly, one for Quarterly, one for Bi-Monthly as well as One for best over all. A Chapter may only win one certificate per win-ner.
3-5.11 REGION 15 COMMUNICATIONS EXCELLENCE Citation - MOST OUTSTANDING PUBLICATION BY A STARSHIP/SHUTTLE Criteria Criteria - This is for publications other than newsletters and the award has three categories. 1) Fanzines, 2) Handbook and 3) Website. Judging Each Region 15 Chapter/Shuttle may submit one publication from the award year to the Region 15 RDC of Communications or person designated by the Region 15 Annual Awards Staff. These should be submitted no later than January 31st or the designated date of the following year. For example, any chapter/shuttle publica-tion from 2017 must be mailed by January 31st 2018. The R15 Communications Officer shall use established criteria to determine the winner. For the Website judging, the Chapter CO must insure that the Chapter/Department website URL on the Re-gion 15 Website is correct by the date determined by the R15 Communication Officer.
3-5.12 REGION 15 DEPARTMENT OF THE YEAR Citation - MOST OUTSTANDING CHAPTER DEPARTMENT OF THE YEAR Criteria For the department that exemplifies by its actions and deeds the best of what STARFLEET group can do. This department has shown great activity; has undertaken projects and events related to the department; This De-partment lends support to other their chapter, the region, the community and the Fleet. Entry Each chapter Commanding Officer or appointed officer may submit a year-end report, not to exceed 1000 words, which illustrates the department activities and accomplishment record for the award year and tells why this department is the best of the best. This entry is to be mailed to the Annual Awards Director. It is recom-mended that that Department Chief be involved in writing this entry and not just the Commanding Officer or appointed officer EVALUATION CRITERIA Communications
• Does this department submit regular reports/articles to the chapters communications medium
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(newsletter, listserv, etc.)
Department Activities
• What did this department accomplish as a department?
• What fellowship or fun events did they host or participate in?
• What types of things does this department do as a group (trips, educational projects/lectures, outings)?
• How does the department promote Trek Fandom?
Section Participation
• How has the department interacted/communicated with similar departments in other chapters in their section and have they had ongoing positive communications?
• Has the department participated in or hosted Sectional Projects/Activities?
Regional Participation
• How has the department interacted with similar department in other chapters in the Region and have they had ongoing positive communication with their RDC and actively participating in the RDC Pro-gram. Has the chapter participated in or hosted Regional Projects/Activities?
Fleet Participation
• How has the department interacted with similar departments in other chapters in the Fleet and have they had ongoing positive communication with the corresponding FDC Program?
• Has the department participated in or hosted Fleet Projects?
Community Service
• How has the department interacted with their Community and has the department projected a positive image of a STARFLEET to their community?
• What types of Community Service projects does the department do?
3-5.13 REGION 15 RDC OF EXCELLENCE Citation - For the most outstanding Region 15 RDC Criteria For a STARFLEET R15 RDC who has shown excellent leadership, communications and administration skills. This RDC aids Regional participants in getting the most out of the RDC program. The RDC MUST have a 100% reporting for that particular award cycle to the RDC program administrator. Judging The RDC Program Coordinator will choose this winner each year, based on the following criteria:
1. Most active RDC in the Region. 2. Reports 100% on time. 3. Promotes communication, activities and Trek Fandom within his/her regional department. 4. Is supportive of the RDC Program Coordinator and the Region.
3-5.14 REGION 15 STAFF MEMBER OF THE YEAR Citation – FOR THE MOST OUTSTANDING MEMBER OF THE REGION 15 STAFF Criteria For the most active and efficient staff member in Region 15. This award recognizes the Regional Staff mem-bers who, through their positive efforts, enhance the region through exemplary works and example or enhanc-es a regional program for the betterment of the region. This award is open to any appointed member of the Region 15 Staff as defined by the Region 15 Handbook, excluding members who already have award catego-ries
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Judging The Regional Coordinator will choose this winner each year based on the following criteria:
1. Positively affects the Region by the effectiveness of performance of duty. 2. Reports or Communicates to the Region regularly and on time. 3. Reflects a positive attitude and the ideals of STARFLEET 4. Supportive of the Regional Coordinator, as well as the goals of STARFLEET.
Section V APPLYING FOR ANNUAL AWARDS The Chapter Entry Form asks several questions such as "Number of STARFLEET Members" and "What kind of information appears in your chapter’s newsletter?" Each and every question should be answered. An unan-swered question means that the Awards Committee cannot give you a score on that question, which may cost you the award. The Chapter Entry Form asks for a Annual Summary of what your ship did in the previous year. This is where most COs mess up. Chapter Activities/Accomplishments What did you do as a crew? You should list that you held regular meetings, what your monthly activities were, and any outstanding members of said activities. Try not to forget anything. List those yard sales, car washes, movie nights, School Science Fairs, Museum events, movie premieres, bookstore recruiting displays, guest speakers, etc. If John Doe helped recruit 7 members in one month, say so. If Joe Cadet won something at the Science Fair (especially with STARFLEET), say so! Sectional Participation/Accomplishments What did you do in, with, or for the Section? Does your chapter exchange newsletters with other chapters in your sector? List any get-togethers with other ships. Did you go to a multi-ship function? What did you do while there? For example, The Enterprise/Voyager is hosting their annual Replicator Rendezvous this June. Both ships are sponsoring an event, participating in the activities of the event, and will be reporting to the Section on the event. That should be included in their Annual reports. Anyone sending a delegation should report that. Anyone WINNING any of the games should report that as well. Did your ship submit an article for the Sectional Newsletter? Report that! Did your ship submit an entry in Section-wide games/contests? Submit that! Did you WIN the game/contest? Submit that as an accomplishment! Regional Participation This is harder, but still do-able. Assuming you didn't help out with the Summit, as most of us didn't, there is still a lot you can do. Try to participate in Regional Activities as they come up; such as a fund-raiser sponsored by a sister ship in another Section. Does you chapter exchange newsletters with other chapters in your Region? Make sure you list it if even just one of your crew attends the Summit. I doubt most COs would let that person just "go" and not get a full report at the end. Is one of your crew active on a Regional level, say, an RDC? Or participate in the RDC Program. Does any of your crew help that person? What about the RC? Have you maintained communications and made sure your voice was heard regarding Regional matters? List it all. Fleet Participation Did you send someone to the IC? Does your chapter exchange newsletters with other chapters in your Fleet? Does someone on your ship have a Fleet position? Did your ship/crew submit an article to the CQ? Have you maintained contact with HQ and made sure your voice was heard regarding Fleet matters? Did your ship inter-act with a ship or ships in another Region? Does you ship participate in the SFA, Stampede, OCP, Can Tab Project, or other STARFLEET projects? Community/Charitable Service Some ships list this in their Chapter Activities and others make it separate. Just make sure it's somewhere! Did your ship project a positive image of STARFLEET? What types of service did you do? This can range from collecting stamps for Stampede and coupons for the OCP to sponsoring a runner/walker in a charity marathon to talking to kids about NASA to visiting the sick in the hospital. Were you able to do something in uniform?
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The Awards Committee has a hard time reading through a lot of flowery language and we don't like it because it usually means that not much was done and needed window-dressing. Just state the facts. Write it down in a very simple narrative - In Jan. we did this.... In Feb. we did ... You can also do it like this: Jan 98 - Held meet-ing. Went to Sci-con. Collected tabs for Ronald McDonald house and donated 500 of them to local House. Voted on new ship's manual and sent it to printer's. Voted on where to hold Fall Summit and sent it on to the RC... Now for another biggie: the essay. "How does your chapter demonstrate the spirit and meaning of STAR-FLEET?" I'm pleased and proud to note that every year, every entrant writes a new essay. This is a good thing. Take note of and mention in a general way what good things your ship/crew did and how it applies to Star Trek and STARFLEET. Note the great way(s) that your crew conducted themselves and if they went out of their way to help others I do hope that this article will help each of you to submit better entries and start taking home some awards for yourselves. In closing, I would also like to mention that ALL ships are encouraged to participate in the Awards Program. The size of your crew does not matter, their heart does. Even if you don’t win one of the Annual awards, your entries may qualify for one of the other STARFLEET Region Fifteen Awards. If you would like more information on the Awards Program, please contact STARFLEET Region 15 Awards using the infor-mation at the back of the Manual.
Section VI
APPLYING FOR NON-ANNUAL AWARDS
When writing Award recommendations it is necessary that you give all the vital information of why this award
is warranted. The recommending officer should give enough details of the actions performed so that the
Awards Committee can get a clear mental picture of what the nominee actually did that was so deserving of
an award. If your recommendation reads like the following it will more than likely be turned down.
I highly recommend Lt. Jameson for a Regional DSA for the exceptional service and duties that he performed
as Chief Medical Officer for the last three years aboard the USS Doodle Bug. Without his efforts and dedica-
tion, this ship would be nothing.
While this sounds nice...what EXACTLY did he/she do that was so above and beyond the call of duty, extraor-
dinary or deserves recognition? What were the services? What were the duties? Remember we were not
there and it is up to you to tell us all these things. This is the information that the Awards Committee is looking
for. No, we do not want a tome of information. However, if a person is truly deserving of an award the recom-
mending officer should really take the time to prepare the recommendation so that the recommendation
shows just how glowing the person or chapter really is. If all that appears on the recommendation form is one
or two sentences - just how deserving is the award?
Items to include:
• Date and Events – (for awards like the “Let me help” you may want to list all candidates yearly activi-
ties)
• Specific Actions or Duties performed (summary)
• What EXACTLY did this person do that was deserving of the award? (Include some of the relevant de-
tails or examples)
Compare the above recommendation with the following:
I recommend Lt. Thomas for the exceptional performance and duties that he performed as Chief Medical Of-
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ficer of the USS Northern Star. Here are some examples of the services that he has performed as CMO. His
department is considered the most active on the ship. He holds regular department meetings that are enter-
taining as well as educational. Their meetings often have guess speakers, such as Dr. Leonard McCoy who
came to discuss the joys of space Xeno medicine. He has each department member to host a medical topic
(real of fictional). He even rotated the meetings at the department members’ homes so that each of them has
a chance to participate. His has organized annual CPR and First Aid classes for the entire chapter and some
of the closer STARFLEET chapters and even got certified for several classes himself. So far half the crew is
certified. Lt. Thomas has even put together a comprehensive “Guide to the Sickbay” - Medical knowledge for
the 24th Century, which has both real and fictional Trek Medical information in it. I received a letter from the
Cmdr. James Eddington, RDC of Medical, commending Lt. Thomas and his staff on the manual and their gen-
eral department activities with other ships’ medical departments and indeed the other chapters in the fleet. Lt.
Thomas has also taken it upon himself to send each member of the crew who is on the sick list a ‘get well
soon card’ signed by all the members of the crew and makes phone calls to all these members. Lt Thomas is
one of my most dependable and active members. He has never missed a reporting deadline for either myself
or with the RDC of Medical. There is so much more that I could write about this officer; however, I feel this is
sufficient showing just how valuable a Region Fifteen member he is. Without his efforts and dedication this
ship would be nothing.
Just remember for the most part the awards committee has no knowledge of the person you are recommend-
ing or what they have done that is outstanding or deserving. There have been instances where we received
award recommendations from individuals that have not panned out. The person basically showed up to
events, but never actually did anything note worthy. Region Fifteen awards are meant to show our apprecia-
tion to outstanding members of the Fifteenth Fleet. (And we know that’s about all of Region Fifteen). We just
need to tell WHAT they did.
Section VII
Recommendation Dos and Don’ts
Be Honest
Don’t do a disservice to either yourself, the person ,or the group you are recommending by including misinfor-
mation. "The first duty of a Starfleet officer is to the truth--be it scientific truth, historical truth, PERSONAL
truth. It is the guiding principle on which Starfleet was founded!" as Picard would say.
Recommend the correct award
Individual awards are for just that an Individual. Although if you are doing lots of Good conduct award … you
can list all of them info in the summary section. A unit Award is used for a team of people (away team, depart-
ment…etc) who work on a project or activity or the entire chapter. Use the criteria for the award to best match
the action. If you can’t find one, and feel the award or recognition is well deserved, then please ask.
Be sure to correctly fill out the Name, Rank, SCC#, and Chapter of the person you are recommending
If you don’t know this information check with their CO or the STARFLEET Membership database.
When recommending UNIT awards. You MUST include the names and SCC#'s of everyone involved who
made up the team, unless it’s the whole chapter. Unit award recommendations should come from the team
leader and not the individual member. If you were part of a team and think you deserve recognition, please
discuss this with the team leader – it is up to them to put you in, the not Awards Committee.
For many of the Academic Awards that are not from Starfleet Academy, you MUST include a copy of the docu-
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mentation. It can be scanned and included in a separate e-mail.
If you mail in hand written recommendations, PLEASE WRITE LEGIBALLY - If I can't read it, it may be re-
turned. There is an on-line form available to use - for those chapters or individuals with web access. There
are also forms that can be downloaded that are useable by most Word Processors.
Although the award certificates are free, you still have to provide a SASE to have them mailed to you. If you
want them as PDF certificates, please state this on the on-line form.
All award recommendations at the Chapter level MUST be approved by the Commanding Officer or the Exec-
utive Officer. These officers just have to OK them, not submit them. Regional Staff Officers making recom-
mendations for those members involved in their programs can just send their recommendation directly to the
Awards Director who will forward them.
Do not try the sandbag recommendations. Put all of your information on ONE recommendation form. Don’t
use the essentially same information for different awards recommendations. As specified on page 5, this is a
NO. We do actually read each and every one of them and keep them on file. During the Annual Awards it is
not necessary to do an annual recommendation as well as a normal one. Those entries that do not receive an
annual award, may receive a non-annual award. In this case the recommendations will be kept on file until
after the annual award process.
Section VIII
General Award Processing Procedure
Once I receive your Award Recommendations I will either approve them or send them to the Awards Commit-
tee for Approval (DSAs and Commendations), or reject them (and give an explanation – usually we ask for
more information).
If they are approved then please send me a SASE (large one if you don’t want it folded) for a printed certifi-
cate or you may request a PDF certificate. You many also include an order form with a list of any merchan-
dise that you plan to order. Make the Checks or Money Orders payable to STARFLEET-Region Fifteen. If
you send in a Credit Card order to the R15 Treasury, you must send a copy of the confirmation notice with
your order. If rejected, you can either resubmit the recommendation with the corrected deficiencies or file ap-
peal to the Awards Committee thru your chain of command. If you feel the recommendation meets the criteria,
just send a letter stating you want to appeal or provide more information. Generally, award recommendations
are rejected because there is a lack of information or the recommendation does not meet the awards criteria.
You will receive your orders in 3-7 days after receipt, unless otherwise notified.
If you have any questions or comments about the Region 15 Awards Program, please direct them to the
Awards Director. You may also want to check out the FAQ page on the web site. http://sites.google.com/site/
STARFLEETr1awards/
Section IX
General Awards Program Questions
The some of the following questions are on the Region Fifteen Awards Program. These are quick answers to
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questions you may have.
Who can receive Region Fifteen Awards?
Any active person, pre-chapter (chapter in training), chapter, or department currently assigned to STARFLEET
Region Fifteen, or any Civilian or Non-Aligned (other Trek, other STARFLEET-FI) organizations, or ACTIVE
STARFLEET Member recommended by a Region Fifteen Member.
Who can recommend Regional members for awards?
The awards can be recommended by members of the EC such as the Commander STARFLEET, or the Vice
Commander STARFLEET. Recommendation may also come from any Region Fifteen Officers such as the
Regional Coordinator (R15), Regional Staff Members (VRCs, RDCs), Chapter COs, Chapter XOs, and Chap-
ter Department Chiefs, Away Mission or Unit Team Leaders. Officers above the Chapter CO can recommend
awards for anyone in the Region for any action that directly benefits Region Fifteen, any Department, or Chap-
ter in Region Fifteen. Chapter COs and XOs can recommend Regional Awards for any member of their crew
and so on. Regional members may also recommend other regional members for awards for actions they have
first-hand knowledge of. We ask that you also notify that member's CO to let them know. Awards on the Chap-
ter level need to be approved by either the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer.
How often can I submit member of my crew for Awards?
We suggest that chapters submit their recommendations annually or quarterly. We would like to receive the
recommendations at least one month before you need them for your awards presentations. We encourage all
Regional Personnel to use the program as often as possible.
Does everyone who is recommended for an award receive one?
NO, but a majority are! The STARFLEET Region Fifteen awards were not designed to be given out like candy
but designed to recognize those that have gone the extra mile. Before recommending an award, the recom-
mending officer must first be certain that the award is warranted in the first place. Awards must not be recom-
mended for a member or unit that simply performs their duty as expected. Usually, if you have to ask yourself
if the award is warranted, then it probably isn't. Typically, a member/unit has made a SIGNIFICANT accom-
plishment or achievement; or has performed their duty with ABOVE average zeal and diligence. This is what
should be considered and noted. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU INCLUDE ADEQUATE DETAILS or DOCU-
MENTATION WITH THE RECOMMENDATIONS. In addition, you can't get multiple regional award from a sin-
gle action or award entry.
Can I get Awards for Stuff that I did a long time ago? If you have certain awards like the OTS or OCC, Current Regional DSA's or other awards that you have a cer-tificate for you can get the ribbon for these. Just provide a copy of the awards certificate. The Awards Manual states that recommendations need to be approved by my immediate supervisor, why is this? Recommendations at the chapter level, need to be approved by at least the Commanding Officer or First Of-ficer. Are the awards certificates FREE? Yes, so long as the Awards Program can continue to generate funds to support the printing of the initial certifi-cates. Award certificates will be mailed as .pdf files to the recommending officer. However, if they wish to have the certificates mailed via USPS we do ask that those requesting awards certificates provide adequate post-age and/or a large SASE. Also we limit only 1 certificate per recipient. Additional copies of award certificates can be purchased for $1. The only conditions are that the certificates are issued to the original recipients and the award was issued less than six months ago.
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Where can I purchase the Award Ribbons, Ribbon Holder, and Devices? Award Ribbon and Devices and be ordered from the R15 Awards Director. The form is located on the home page of the R15 Awards site. What are 'UNIT' Awards? A Unit is any group of STARFLEET members who work together on a project or task. This group could be an away team, a chapter department, the chapter, members of different chapters. We ask that the team leader submit the group for the award. Where do I send my recommendations? To the Awards Director. Annual Awards are submitted to the Awards Director. Alternatively you can use the on-line form to submit most award recommendations. Is the Awards Program open to ideas for new awards? ABSOLUTELY!! The Awards Program is designed to recognize the works and accomplishments of the mem-bers and chapters in the Region. If you have an idea for a new award that is NOT covered by an existing award that you feel is needed, give the details to the R15 Awards Director and they will present it to the Awards Committee. This is your Awards Program.
Why is the Region using the triangular Ribbons as seen in The Original Series instead of the bar ribbons as seen in Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country? The ribbons used are identical to the triangular ribbons seen on the dress tunics in the classic "Star Trek" se-
ries. Of course, "Star Trek: The Undiscovered Country" used award ribbons that were the familiar rectangular
military ribbons similar to those used today by the military, the Police, and even the Civil Air Patrol. The trian-
gular ribbons are more distinctive and recognizable amongst Trek fans. The ribbons are distinctive of
STARFLEET Region Fifteen (and a few other regions) and are not available anywhere else (except STAR-FLEET), thus persons outside the organization cannot obtain them for purposes other than for their intended purpose: for display by decorated STARFLEET Region Fifteen members! Does the Awards Program have any Medals that I can purchase for Awards that I’ve received? Not currently, it is something we hope to pursue one day, but right now there just does not seem to be enough interest from the Region to pursue this endeavor. If you think this is something you would want, have your CO talk to other chapters in your section and then to the Awards Director. How will these ribbons look on the Newer Uniforms as seen in the latest TNG Movies and DS9? The Awards Manual has diagrams that show how you can wear the ribbons on the formals and standard duty uniforms. You can also wear these ribbons on your club jacket. Can STARFLEET Members outside of Region Fifteen receive Region Fifteen Awards? Yes, if the member was working on a Region Fifteen project and that member’s home region does not have an equivalent award or awards program. Generally the Awards Director, Chapter CO, or Project leader would contact that Regional Awards Director or the recipient’s chapter CO and relay the information about the ac-tions so deserving of an award. Who is on the Awards Committee? The STARFLEET Region 15 Awards Committee consists of the R15 Regional Coordinator, R15 Vice Region-al Coordinator, R15 RDC Program Director, R15 Awards Director, and 1 member from each chapter (Either the Chapter CO or XO). If I have questions, comments or suggestions for the awards program, to whom do I send them? You can send them to the Awards Director. The Awards Committee will discuss them and get more infor-mation on the idea if necessary.
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Section X General Annual Awards Questions Listed below are some General FAQ on the STARFLEET Annual Awards. If you have any further questions about the awards that are not addressed in this manual, please contact the Awards Director. All questions are answered as quickly as possible. Who determines the winners of the Annual Awards? The recipients of the STARFLEET Region 15 Annual awards are determined by the scores they receive by from Annual Awards judges. The Non-Communications Awards (fanzines, handbooks), are judged by the RDC Communications. Newsletters are judged by the RDC Communications or persons appointed by the Awards Director. Electronic Communications (website) is judged by judges appointed by the Awards Director. What is the General process? All entries (non-communications) received by the deadline are sorted by category and sent to the Judges for evaluation. Those entries that are the highest scoring are the winners. There is one per category. What criteria are used to determine the winner? The STARFLEET Annual Awards are to determine the "Best of the Best" we are looking for the best all around chapters and people that best represent the ideals of STARFLEET. These entries are then sent to represent Region 15 in the STARFLEET International competition. We look for chapters and individuals who are active in STARFLEET, in Region 15, in their Communities, and on their chapter. The Awards Manual gives more details about the criteria for each award. The chapter awards look at Administration as well in involvement and activi-ties on different levels. My chapter cannot possibly compete with some of the larger chapters in the Region why should I bother to enter? You'll never know unless you try! None of the winners of the past Annual awards thought that they were going to win either. In fact the chapters and people that I thought had some pretty good material did not win... so you'll never know. Who can be submitted for the Annual Awards? All Chapters and persons serving in STARFLEET Region 15. There is a restriction that those serving as judg-es or part of the awards process cannot submit themselves for awards, but other members of their chapter or region may enter them. For example. If a person serves as an annual award judge they may not submit him/herself in for award X, but if their XO, or member of their crew, RC or other R15 member wishes to they may do so. - so long as there is NO INVOLVEMENT in the submission process by the judge or anyone evaluating the entries. Where do I mail my entries? Non Communications awards are sent to the Director either via email or USPS. Communications Awards are sent to the Region Fifteen RDC of Communications (See the Region Fifteen Staff Listing on the Region 15 Web site). The RDC of Communications will announce the details of here and when to send in the various publications. Can I get a copy of my evaluation so that I can see what area I need to improve? Yes. After the Regional Summit, chapter can send in a SASE to Deputy Director for their evaluations. Four months after the summit the evaluations forms are shredded for recycling. Anything else I should know? Please make sure that your entries give the BEST possible COMPLETE picture of the nominees (chapters or crew). Remember the judges will only have what is written on paper to make their decisions by. Please be as complete and precise as possible in the pages allowed. Your goal is to make your nominations shine above the rest. Unless otherwise posted, all Annual award entries (Chapter Entries, Recommendations, etc.) are due before January 31st of the following year. For example, nominations for 2010 candidates are due by January 31, 2011. Annual Award Winners are announced at the R15 Annual Summit. Scores and entries can be mailed back to participants within six months of the announcements, if it is requested and a SASE is provided. Please
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make sure that the entries that are submitted are clearly marked for judging. For example if you send in a publication to be judged, please make sure it has Entry of Best Newsletter on the Envelope.
Section XI Creating an Awards Program for your Chapter It is just a simple fact! People want recognition for the things that they do. As a member of a command staff it is also your duty to recognize the hard work and achievements of the members of your crew if you want to keep them happy. It also helps motivate others to do more. One of the ways to do this is by creating your own chapter awards and recognition program. It does not matter if you’re a brand new chapter or one that has been around for a while. This may be something you may want to look at doing. You can get some good ideas by seeing what other chapters have. Depending on the size of your chapter this is something that you many want to give to the First Officer or Second Officer to do, or you may want to create a Heraldry Officers (fancy word for awards), whose duty it is to handle the awards aspect of your chapter. There are some general guidelines that you many want to keep in mind. Keep the program fair. Every member of the chapter should have equal opportunity to earn an award. All members of the crew usually know the hard working members. Try to stay away from just giving them to your buddies and just members of the Senior Staff as the average Joe; crewmember will think that these awards are not for them. Keep it Simple. You don’t want a program that is very complicated. Come up with a list of awards. Some sim-ple criteria, and go from there. Also don’t make them difficult to obtain. Make them meaningful. People should be proud to have earned the awards or even wear them. If awards are not serious and just given out like candy then what is the point of having an awards program. This does not mean that you can’t have silly awards like the Duh Award for the crewmember who gets injured doing some-thing stupid. (I actually had this on my ship). One of the first things you want to establish is how often you want to do awards, Monthly, Quarterly, Annually. Some chapters have Quarterly promotions and awards recognition, some only have them annually on the Chapter’s Anniversary. Your command staff needs to make this determination. An Annual Awards banquet can be lots of fun to do…or have as part of your chapter’s Anniversary celebration. You can make it as formal or as light hearted, as you desire. The second thing you need to determine is the type of recognition you want to award. There are some special awards that the CO gives out like the Captain’s Award of Excellence, or Command Commendations (from the Command Staff), or Department Commendations (from the Department Chiefs). There is “Of the Year” or “of the Quarter” recognitions that you may want to do like Officer of the Year, Enlisted member of the Quarter that you may want to do. Establish some firm and fair guidelines to use. The third thing that you need to consider is HOW the recipients are chosen. Will there be an Awards Panel, or are they chosen by the Senior Staff or what? Are you going to use a point system or are they just chosen by how people feel? Remember you want to keep it fair and simple. If your chapter keeps records of who does what that can give you some input on how active members or departments have been. The last thing that you want to consider is the award themselves. If you are going to make paper certificates for the award recipients please use some nice certificate paper. You can use different types of computer pro-grams such as a word processor or publishing program to design them or the templates. Make them look as nice as possible. If you desire to have some type of award ribbon, or pins please make sure that these are nice but inexpensive, and something you can always get. I’ve seen crystals, ribbons, or even the Uniform pips and squeaks painted different colors for different awards. Let it be something that your crew would like to have that looks nice. After you’ve done all that be sure to use the program, and forward your winners to the Regional Program if they are deserving of Regional Recognition.
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Appendix A — TWOK Style of Ribbon This appendix covers the wear of Region 15, heroism ribbons, achievement ribbons, service ribbons, unit award ribbons and appurtenances. All R15 awards are authorized for wear on Starfleet uniforms. The term “award” is an all-inclusive term covering any decoration ribbon, service ribbon, unit ribbons, or appurtenance bestowed on an individual or unit. The term “ribbon” is an all-inclusive term covering that portion of the sus-pension ribbon of would have been a service medal or decoration that is worn instead of the service medal or decoration. The ribbon is made in the form of a ribbon bar, 1 3/8 inches wide by 3/8 inches high. The term “ribbon” is used throughout this chapter, and it includes academic and training ribbons.
WEAR OF SERVICE RIBBONS R15 members may wear ribbons representing decorations, service medals, service ribbons, and training rib-bons on the following uniforms: Chapter prescribed uniform, such as a Chapter Shirt etc. Enterprise: ENT Dress Uniform/Flag Officer uniform TOS: TOS Dress Uniform (Male and Female versions) TOK: Monster Maroon NG/DS9/Voyager: Dress Uniform, Flag Officer Uniform Nemesis: Mess Whites * Note: See Appendix G for wearing awards with a Starfleet uniform. Ribbons are worn in order of precedence from the wearer’s right to left, First row being the most top row and working downward in one or more rows with no space between rows. (Typical military personnel wear their ribbons worn from bottom to top, but we have them from top to bottom. This is done to match the similar pat-tern as seen in ST VI. (See Appendix I for examples) . No more than three (3) ribbons are worn in any one row. Regional members will not start a second row unless they are authorized to wear four or more ribbons. The first and second rows will contain the same number of ribbons (three) before starting a third row. The third and succeeding rows will contain the same number of ribbons as the first two rows, but may contain less. The bottom row is centered on the row above. (see Figure 1–1). The ribbons are worn on the wearer’s left breast 1/8” below the Comm Badge and also centered on the Comm Badge.
Figure 1-1
TWOK Style of Ribbon Order of Precedence
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TWOK APPURTENANCES The following appurtenances may be worn on the R15 ribbons, and other awards, when authorized by the proper authority. a. nail head device. (1) Only one (1) device is worn on any ribbon. 2) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon. Personnel wear the nail head device in which the arced end of the device is at the base and the extended arm portion is in a vertical position. b. hour glass device. 1) Only one (1) device is worn on any ribbon. 2) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon. The device is placed in a horizontal position along with the base of the ribbon. (Much like the shape of a bow tie). c. star device. 1) Only one (1) device is worn on any ribbon. 2) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon. 3) The Bronze, Silver and Gold Stars are also used on the Good Con-duct Awards.
d. Starfleet device. 1) Worn only on the Medal of Honor and Garth Order of Tactics Ribbon. 2) Only one (1) device is worn at any one time on the ribbon. (3) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon. e. enterprise device. 1) Bronze only on the Phoenix Award, Silver only on the Legion of Merit and Gold only on the Dearest Blood Ribbon. 2) Only one (1) device is worn at any one time. (3) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon. f. Academic Stars. 1) Worn only on the Legion of Honor, Daystrom Academics, and Silver Star. 2) Only one (1) device is worn at any one time on the ribbon. (3) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon.
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6th Awd 5th Awd 4th Awd
9th Awd 8th Awd 7th Awd 11th Awd 10th Awd
3rd Awd 2nd Awd 1st Awd
3rd Awd 2nd Awd 1st Awd
COMBAT AD NG/RES
Medal of Honor:
Garth Order
of Tactics:
FOS OCC OTS OTS, OCC,
FOS:
Elementary Middle School High School
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OFFICER
COMMAND
COLLEGE
LEGION OF
HONOR
DAYSTROM
ACHEIVEMENT
AWARD
SILVER STAR
AWARD
STAR CROSS DISTINGUISHED
SERVICE
AWARD
LEGION OF
MERIT PURPLE
HEART
DEAREST BLOOD
DECORATION
“LET ME HELP”
AWARD
REGION
FIFTEEN
COMMENDATION
GOOD CONDUCT
DECORATION FINAL FRONTIER
AWARD
MERITORIOUS
SERVICE
AWARD
UNIT
DISTINGUISHED
SERVICE AWARD
UNIT
COMMENDATION
AWARD
JOINT
MERITORIOUS
SERVICE
AWARD
MERITORIOUS
UNIT
COMMENDATION
AWARD
CAMPAIGN
CITATION
“E”
(ENTERPRISE)
RIBBON
OFFICER
TRAINING
SCHOOL
PHOENIX
AWARD
GARTH ORDER
OF TACTICS
MEDAL OF
HONOR
“SOL III”
AWARD
STARSHIP OF
THE YEAR
STARSHIP OF
EXCELLENCE
FIRST MISSION
CITATION
BEST
SHAKEDOWN
CRUISE
FLAG OFFICER
SCHOOL
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SUPPORT
CHAPTER OF THE
YEAR
STARFLEET
CLASS OF
EXCELLENCE
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MEDAL
JOHNATHAN
ARCHER AWARD
DEPARTMENT
OF THE YEAR
RDC OF
EXCELLENCE NEWSLETTER
OF THE YEAR
STAFF MEMBER
OF THE YEAR
COMMUNICATIONS
EXCELLENCE
CADET OF THE
YEAR
EDITH KEELER
AWARD
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Appendix B — TOS Style of Ribbon
Congratulations on your awards! Now that you have your award ribbon (s), you'll want to wear them on your
dress uniform or chapter attire. Before attaching your ribbons, determine how you want to wear them, in rows
or in patterns. Refer to the following illustrations for the patterns and how you add to them.
You have a choice on how you can attach your ribbons to your clothing.
DIRECT TO UNIFORM
Velcro - The best way to attach your ribbons is to use black non-adhesive Velcro sewn directly to your uni-
form. Just cut the fuzzy part of the Velcro so that it conforms to the pattern you choose (see illustrations) and
then sew it on your uniform. Using "super glue gel" (or adhesive Velcro) adhere the hook part of the Velcro to
your award ribbons and trim to shape, then apply to the uniform as indicated. Sew on additional rows or pat-
tern sections as you earn more award ribbons. Remove the ribbons before dry-cleaning your uniform.
NOTE: Any devices on your ribbons may come off during cleaning as they're glued on. Alert your dry cleaner
to this fact so that the devices may be retrieved should they come loose. If you wash your uniform (which is
NOT advised), check your uniform after drying for missing devices. If lost, contact the Awards Program Direc-
tor to order new devices.
Iron On - The ribbons look best when ironed or sewn on. The ribbons, in most cases, have an iron-on backing
that will allow you attach your ribbons directly to your uniform. Just use fabric tracing paper (found in fabric
shops) to trace the pattern (illustrations 1 and 2) onto your uniform. Use care in ironing the ribbons on so as
not to damage your uniform or ribbons. If your ribbon has a device on it and it comes loose during attachment,
just use "crazy" or "super glue gel" (an extremely small amount is sufficient) to re-attach it. Remember to alert
your dry cleaner about the ribbons before cleaning.
Sew On - To best attach your ribbons to your uniform, sewing them on is advised. This way, the ribbon will
stay attached (whereas ironed on ribbons may lift after repeated cleanings). Simply sew them after ironing
them on your uniform. Alternately, you can sew them on to a piece of cloth that is the same material and color
of the garment that you wish to apply the ribbons to. You can then apply this cloth to the garment with either
Velcro or sew it on. The advantage of doing this is that you can easily remove the ribbons prior to washing
your uniform.
NOTE: If you choose to iron or sew on your ribbons, this prevents placing the highest award at the top each
time. Merely add your ribbons as you earn them. However, if you use Velcro attachments, you can follow the
ribbon progression shown (as the ribbons can be moved), with the highest award centered under the comm
badge.
RIBBON HOLDERS
Bar Attachment - Just like the contemporary military, the bar ribbon holder attachment allows you to pin your
ribbons to your uniform. By using “1½” wide black self-adhesive Velcro (If you can only find narrower Velcro,
trim the non-fuzzy part and apply in strips), attach it to the ribbon holder, then cut to shape (see illustration 1
"bar ribbon template" - length depends on size holder ordered).
Attach the hook part of the Velcro to the ribbon and trim to shape. Once done, attach the ribbons to the holder
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and then pin the holder to your uniform.
Another option is to make your own bar ribbon holder. Follow the instructions for "pattern attachment" to make
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PATTERN ATTACHMENT
Illustration 1 and Illustration 2 is like that seen in classic "Star Trek". It's more involved but not difficult. Illustra-
tion 2 shows the "Great Bird" formation (this is the ultimate array of awards of a long-time, high achieving
STARFLEET Region Fifteen member!).
You'll need the following materials (you should find these items at a good hobby/craft store):
• 6x6" 1/32" thick plastic
• Black 2" wide (or wider) adhesive Velcro
• Clutch pins
• Flat black paint (preferably spray)
• 5-minute epoxy
• #400 sand paper
• Hobby knife
• Large scissors
1. Cut out section 1 (the "arrowhead" pattern) from illustration 2. Trace it onto the plastic. Cut the plastic using
scissors to cut off the excess and the hobby knife to make the fine cuts (you can try the scissors for fine cuts,
but it may be difficult). Sand the edges smooth and lightly sand one side of the plastic. Spray or paint that side
flat black and let dry.
2. Scrape the paint from where the pins are to be glued. Mix up a small amount of 5-minute epoxy and glue
the clutch pins on the painted side of the attachment.
3. Trim the edges of the fuzzy part of the Velcro and stick it on the un-painted side of the plastic (if you apply
in strips, fit the strips close together). Trim the Velcro to the shape of the plastic. If you can't find adhesive Vel-
cro, use the epoxy to attach the Velcro, or try super glue gel.
4. Attach the hook part of the Velcro to the ribbons and trim to shape. Apply the ribbons to the holder and then
pin the holder to your uniform.
5. Once you fill the first pattern, create a new pattern adding the next section so that you can add your addi-
tional ribbons.
If you have any problems in attaching your ribbons, contact the Director, STARFLEET Region Fifteen Awards
Program. Again, congratulations on your awards! Display your ribbons proudly!
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TOS APPURTENANCES The following appurtenances may be worn on the R15 TOS style ribbons, and other awards using the TOS style, when authorized by the proper authority. The difference in the appurtenances between TWOK and TOS awards are that the TOS awards appurtenances are embroided in the award, which means the individual would need to purchase separate awards when duplicate awards are earned. a. Nail Head device. (1) Only one (1) device is worn on any ribbon. 2) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon. Personnel wear the nail head device in which the arced end of the device is at the base and the extended arm portion is in a vertical position. b. Hour Glass device. 1) Only one (1) device is worn on any ribbon. 2) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon. The device is placed in a horizontal position along with the base of the ribbon. (Much like the shape of a bow tie). c. Star device. 1) Only one (1) device is worn on any ribbon. 2) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon. 3) The Bronze, Silver and Gold Stars are also used on the OTS, OCC and FOS completion ribbons.
d. Starfleet device. 1) Worn only on the Medal of Honor and Garth Order of Tactics Ribbon. 2) Only one (1) device is worn at any one time on the ribbon. (3) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon.
e. Enterprise device. 1) Bronze only on the Phoenix Award, Silver only on the Legion of Merit and Gold only on the Dearest Blood Ribbon. 2) Only one (1) device is worn at any one time. (3) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon. f. Academic Stars. 1) Worn only on the Legion of Honor, Daystrom Academics, and Silver Star. 2) Only one (1) device is worn at any one time on the ribbon. (3) A ribbon device is placed in the center (Both horizontally and vertically) of the ribbon.
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SERVICE AWARD
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MERITORIOUS UNIT
COMMENDATION
AWARD
CAMPAIGN
CITATION “E”
(ENTERPRISE)
RIBBON
Distinguished
Service Award
MERITORIOUS
SERVICE
AWARD
OFFICER
TRAINING SCHOOL
“SOL III”
AWARD
UNIT
COMMENDATION
AWARD
DEAREST BLOOD
DECORATION
FLAG OFFICER
SCHOOL
Legion of Merit
LEGION OF
HONOR
DAYSTROM
ACHEIVEMENT
AWARD
FINAL
FRONTIER
AWARD
Medal of Honor Star Cross Purple Heart
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DECORATION
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JOHNATHAN
ARCHER AWARD
SILVER STAR
AWARD
STARFLEET
CLASS OF
EXCELLENCE
NEWSLETTER
OF THE YEAR
STAFF MEMBER
OF THE YEAR
STARSHIP OF
EXCELLENCE
COMMUNICATIONS
EXCELLENCE
DEPARTMENT
OF THE YEAR
CHAPTER OF THE
YEAR
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CADET OF THE
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Figure C-1 Locating the R15 Awards Portal
Click the R15 Award Nomination Portal link
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Figure C-2 R15 Awards Portal page
Click any of the R15 Award Nomination Online Forms
Click any of the R15 Award Nomination Manual Forms
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E-Mail address of the person
making the nomination
John Green, LT
134 Don’t Know Ln, Boonestown, MA 12321
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USS Starfish NCC-88834
Jane Smith, CPT
559 Thomas St, Boston, MA 14575
64281
USS Starfish NCC-88834
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person making the
nomination
Address, City, State, Zip Code of
the person the award is for
Chapter Name and NCC of the Chapter
the person the award is for
E-Mail address of the person the award is for
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
SCC# of the person the award is
Name and Rank of the person
the award is for
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
Name and Rank of the person
making the nomination
Reasons why this person should get the
award being nominated for
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
Notes
Submit button
Figure C-3 On-line R15 Individual Awards Nomination Form
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Name and Rank of the
person making the
nomination
Position of the person
making the nomination
Chapter E-Mail Address
Chapter Name and NCC
Chapter launch date for
Chapters-in-Training, Chap-
ter commissioning date for
all others
State of Charter
Participation Level (Of your total membership, what percentage is really active (required)
# SFI Members, should match DB
Yes or No
Yes or No
Yes or No
Figure C-4 On-line R15 Annual Chapter Awards Nomination Form
(Top Portion)
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Figure C-5 On-line R15 Annual Chapter Awards Nomination Form
(Bottom Portion)
Choose the award from the
list that the nomination is for
List all chapter activities
and accomplishments for
the current awards cycle.
Remember chapter MSR’s
should reflect these items
List all chapter activities, accom-
plishments and participation fat the
Region level for the current awards
cycle. Remember chapter MSR’s
should reflect these items
List all chapter activities, accom-plishments and participation fat the Fleet level for the current awards cycle. Remember chapter MSR’s should reflect these items
Describe in as much detail
as you can on how your
chapter demonstrates the
meaning and spirit of STAR-
FLEET . Only document
events or actions for the
current award cycle
List all individuals who
may have helped write this
nomination
Submit button
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Figure C-6 On-line R15 Scholastic Achievement Awards Nomination Form
E-Mail address of the person
making the nomination
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person making the
nomination
Address, City, State, Zip Code of
the person the award is for
Chapter Name and NCC of the Chapter
the person the award is for
E-Mail address of the person the award is for
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
SCC# of the person the award is
Name and Rank of the person
the award is for
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
Name and Rank of the person
making the nomination
Reasons why this person should get
the award being nominated for
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
Notes
Submit button
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Name and Rank of the person
making the nomination
E-Mail address of the person the award is for
Figure C-7 On-line R15 Unit Awards Nomination Form
E-Mail address of the person
making the nomination
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person making the
nomination
Address, City, State, Zip Code of
the person the award is for
Chapter Name and NCC of the Chapter
the person the award is for
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
SCC# of the person the award is
Name and Rank of the person
the award is for
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
Reasons why this person should get the
award being nominated for
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
Notes
Submit button
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E-Mail address of the person
making the nomination
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person making the
nomination
Address, City, State, Zip Code of
the person the award is for
Chapter Name and NCC of the Chapter
the person the award is for
E-Mail address of the person the award is for
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
SCC# of the person the award is
Name and Rank of the person
the award is for
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
Name and Rank of the person
making the nomination
Reasons why this person should get the
award being nominated for
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
Notes
Submit button
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Figure C-9 On-line R15 Annual Communication Awards Nomination Form (Handbook/Manual)
Name of the person making
the nomination
E-Mail address of the nominator
Nominator’s position
Chapter Name and NCC publication
belongs to
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
Publication Name
Type of Publication
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
Date of the last publication update
Total # of pages the publication
has
Remarks
Submit button
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Rank of the person making the
nomination
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Figure C-10 On-line R15 Annual Communication Awards Nomination Form (Newsletter)
Submit button
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Name of the person making
the nomination
E-Mail address of the nominator
Nominator’s position
Chapter Name and NCC publication
belongs to
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
Newsletter Name
Newsletter category
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
Newsletter #2 Publications Date
Newsletter #1 Publications Date
Remarks
Rank of the person making the
nomination
Newsletter #3 Publications Date
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Appendix D — R15 Manual Awards Nomination Forms
E-Mail address of the person
making the nomination
Address, City, State, Zip
Code of the person the
award is for
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person the award
is for
E-Mail address of the
person the award is for
SCC# of the person the award is
Rank of the person the award
is for
Name and Rank of the person
the award is for
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
Award justification Position of the person the
award is for
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person making the
nomination
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
Name and Rank of the person
making the nomination
Rank of the person making
the nomination
Position of the person making
the nomination
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
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Award justification
continuation
Additional
Notes
Reset button to clear
the entire form
Chain of Command
Signatures
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Figure D-3 Manual R15 Annual Chapter Awards Nomination Form (Page 1)
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E-Mail address of the person
making the nomination
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person making the
nomination
Address, City, State, Zip
Code of the chapter
Type Chapter: Meeting or
Correspondence
Chapter’s official E-mail
address
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
Commission Date or Launch Date
Chapter Name and NCC for the chapter being recommended
Name and Rank of the person
making the nomination
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
Rank of the person making
the nomination
Chapter activities and Accomplishments
for this award cycle only
Position of the person making
the nomination
Position of the person the
award is for
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
Give a % for the crew
participation level
# Of SFI members in
good standing
Yes or No
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Chapter activities and
Accomplishments for this award
cycle only continued
Chapter activities and
Accomplishments at the
Regional Level for this award
cycle only
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Chapter activities and
Accomplishments at the
Regional Level for this award
cycle only continuation
Chapter activities and
Accomplishments at the
Fleet Level for this award cycle
only
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Figure D-6 Manual R15 Annual Chapter Awards Nomination Form (Page 4)
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Explain how your chap-
ter demonstrates the
meaning and spirit of
STARFLEET for this
award cycle only
List all those who
helped write this
Nomination (Name and
SCC)
Reset button to clear
the entire form
Chain of Command
Signatures
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E-Mail address of the person
making the nomination
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person making the
nomination
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
Name and Rank of the person
making the nomination
Rank of the person making
the nomination
Award justification
Position of the person making
the nomination
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
Address, City, State, Zip
Code of the chapter
Type Chapter: Meeting or
Correspondence
Chapter’s official E-mail
address
Chapter Name and NCC for the chapter being recommended
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
Commission Date or
Launch Date
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Award justification
continuation
Additional
Notes
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the entire form
Chain of Command
Signatures
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E-Mail address of the person
making the nomination
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person making the
nomination
Address, City, State, Zip
Code of the person the
award is for
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person the award
is for
E-Mail address of the
person the award is for
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
SCC# of the person the award is
Rank of the person the award
is for
Name and Rank of the person
the award is for
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
Name and Rank of the person
making the nomination
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
Rank of the person making
the nomination
Award justification
Position of the person making
the nomination
Position of the person the
award is for
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Award justification continuation
Additional
Notes
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the entire form
Chain of Command
Signatures
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E-Mail address of the person
making the nomination
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person making the
nomination
Address, City, State, Zip
Code of the person the
award is for
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person the award
is for
E-Mail address of the
person the award is for
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
SCC# of the person the award is
Rank of the person the award
is for
Name and Rank of the person
the award is for
Name and Rank of the person
making the nomination
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
Rank of the person making
the nomination
Award justification
Position of the person making
the nomination
Position of the person the
award is for
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
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Additional
Notes
Reset button to clear
the entire form
Chain of Command
Signatures
Award justification
continuation
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Manual R15 Annual Communication Awards Nomination Form (Newsletter)
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Reset button to clear
the entire form
Chain of Command
Signatures
E-Mail address of the person
making the nomination
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person making the
nomination
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
Name and Rank of the person
making the nomination
Rank of the person making
the nomination
Address, City, State, ZIP Code of
the person making the nomination
Position of the person making
the nomination
Name of Newsletter
being submitted
Date that particular
newsletter covers
Any remarks about
this newsletter being
submitted
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
Chapter Name and NCC which
published the newsletter
Newsletter Date
Name of Newsletter
being submitted
Newsletter Category (Monthly etc.)
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Manual R15 Annual Communication Awards Nomination Form (Handbook/Manual)
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Reset button to clear
the entire form
Chain of Command
Signatures
E-Mail address of the person
making the nomination
Chapter Name and NCC of the
Chapter the person making
the nomination
SCC# of the person making
the nomination
Name and Rank of the person
making the nomination
Rank of the person making
the nomination
Address, City, State, ZIP Code
of the person making the
nomination
Position of the person making
the nomination
Name of Publication
being submitted
# of pages this publication
has
Any remarks about
this Publication being
submitted
Choose the award from the list
that the nomination is for
Chapter Name and NCC which
published the newsletter
Name of Publication
being submitted
Publication Type
Publication Date
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Example of TOS style award ribbons
Appendix E — Wearing of Awards on uniforms
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Example of TWOK style award ribbons
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Figure E-4 Examples of TOS style award ribbons
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Figure E-6 Examples of either TOS and TWOK style award ribbons
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