Student Organization Recognition Awards...Recognition Awards The Student Life Dept. cordially invites all students, faculty and staff to submit nominations for the 2014-2015 Student

Student Organization Recognition Awards

Award Nomination Packet

2014-2015 Academic Year (Deadline for submission by: April 15, 2015)

Lone Star College-CyFair Student Life 2014-2015 Student Organization Recognition Awards

The Student Life Dept. cordially invites all students, faculty and staff to submit nominations for the 2014-2015 Student Organization Recognition Awards. These awards recognize advisors and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to LSC- CyFair and the community. The announcement of award winners will be on May 1, 2015, held at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Center at the Student Life Awards Banquet. All registered student organizations and advisors are eligible to participate who have completed all required paperwork with the Center for Student Life.

Individual application forms are available to interested participants. Be sure to follow the directions carefully and fill out the forms completely. All nomination forms are due to the Center for Student Life by 5:00pm April 15, 2015. No late forms will be accepted. Individual application forms are available to interested participants at the Center for Student Life. For additional information or assistance, contact the office at 281.290.3442.

Awards will be presented to recognize advisors and organizations that have shown excellence and achievement in a variety of areas that include, but, are not limited to: fulfillment of purpose, community service, membership involvement, leadership activity and community service. The review committee will select one organization from the recipients that will represent the Outstanding Organization of the Year. The award categories follow:

Advisor of the Year-This award recognizes the advisor whose ability to support, educate, and encourage the student organization goes above and beyond the expected norm. This advisor has demonstrated remarkable dedication to, and support of the organization. The advisor’s role and service to the organization will also be taken into consideration. Nominations for this category must come from a member of the student organization that the nominee advises.

Most Improved Student Organization-This award recognizes the dedication of a student organization showing improvement in activities that meet their goals and objectives as stated in the organization’s purpose. Additional criteria for this award include activities that have caused change and improvement for the organization, growth in the organization membership, increased member involvement and development, improved programs, created opportunity for member participation, and collaboration with other campus organizations or events.

Outstanding Newcomer Student Organization - This award recognizes outstanding achievement of a newer student organization within the past two years. The organization must have been registered at Lone Star for two years or less. The review criteria will include the organizations ability to meet the goals and objectives stated in their constitution. The organization should demonstrate a high level of achievement in one or more areas, such as membership involvement, organization development, leadership training and opportunity for members, shown active participation in Lone Star campus activities, and community service.


Student Organization of the Year-This award recognizes the paramount achievement of a registered student organization over the year that causes the organization to stand out as compared to other organizations. The criteria in review are reflective of the organization’s ability to meet their goals and objectives as stated in their current constitution. The recipient organization will have demonstrated a high level of achievement in many areas, including membership involvement, organization development, leadership training and opportunity, active participation in Lone Star campus activity, and, community service.

Outstanding Contribution to the Greater Community by a Student Organization-Recognizes a student organization that made a meaningful contribution to the surrounding community through service, addressed an existing problem, was committed to working with and for others, and successfully inspired and motivated others to act.

Student Organization Leader of the Year-Recognizes a student leader who provided exemplary service, commitment, and strong leadership to a student organization and Lone Star College-CyFair; made a meaningful contribution to members of the organization; motivated the group; made him/herself available to student organization members and brought out strengths and talents of individuals in the group; exemplified integrity in all words and actions; and demonstrated initiative by seeking ways to challenge the present and enrich the future.

Outstanding Advisor Lifetime Achievement-Recognizes an advisor who has at least five years of experience as a student organization advisor at Lone Star College-CyFair; has had a positive impact on a student organization and the University community; and demonstrates strong advising skills, is readily available to students, and takes great strides to help the organization's leaders.

Student Leadership Legacy-Recognizes a student leader whose long-term dedication and commitment have made a positive impact on sustaining the visibility of a student organization. Presented to a long-standing member of the organization that has left a positive mark on the group and at Lone Star College-CyFair, and will be graduating in May 2015.

Quiet Influence/Unsung Hero-Recognizes a student that puts his/her heart and soul into everything he/she does, but often goes unrecognized, works "behind the scenes," goes above and beyond typical requirements of a student organization member


The Harrell Award-Dr. Ivan Harrell is not only the Vice President of Student Success, but a great supporter of Student Life. He has dedicated a vast amount of time in assisting Student Life in becoming the fun, vibrant, dedicated, and organized department which supports all clubs and organizations today. This award recognizes a student that has dedicated their time to assisting various clubs/organizations, student life with event setup, or volunteering their time to make a difference throughout the campus.

Lone star college-CyFair Student Life

2014-2015 Student Organization Recognition Awards

Deadline for submission: April 15, 2015 at 5:00 p.m.

Advisor No mination

Advisor Name

Organization Name

# of Years as advisor___________________________________________________________________________________________ Is this advisor volunteering his/her time to this organization, or are they employed (paid) to work with this organization? Yes No

Nominator

With this form, please submit the following: 1) Organization or personal statement of why you are nominating this advisor for Student

Organization Advisor of the Year. Please address such items as how the advisor has demonstrated outstanding dedication and service to your organization. Specifically state how or what this advisor does to assist the registered student organization and support the members. This statement must not exceed 1 double spaced, typed page.

2) Up to 2 letters of support for this nomination. At least one letter must be from a member at large of the registered student organization that this person advises. You may submit up to 5 additional single-sided pages of support material to assist the

Award Review Committee in their decision. This material may include resume, vita, newspaper clippings, certificates, honors, etc.

Do not bind or place the nomination packet in a notebook. Neatly staple the forms and support material together and submit to the Center for Student

Life in LRNC 141 by 5:00 p.m. on April 15, 2015.

Nominator Printed Name Signature Date

Advisor of the Year




Nominator

With this form, please submit the following: 1) Personal statement of why you are nominating this group for Most Improved Student

Organization. The student organization that applies for this award must have been registered for three years or less. Please address such items as how the organization has improved from previous years or throughout the year, significant accomplishments, membership information, involvement in student life, participation in college and Student Affairs sponsored events, community service, and achievement of goals and objectives for the academic year. Please include activities that will take place in April, as well. This statement must not exceed 2 double spaced, typed pages.

2) Up to 2 letters of support for this nomination. At least one letter must be from the organization’s faculty/staff advisor, or community member who has worked with the group and/or benefited from the group’s services. You may submit up to 5 additional single-sided pages of support material to assist the

Awards Review Committee in their decision. This material can include newspaper clippings, certificates, honors, organization statistics, event flyers, etc.




Club Nomination

Name of Organization

Officially started (Date)

Organization Purpose (as outlined in the organizations constitution)

Please list all of the official Student Life events your organization has participated in during the 2014-2015 academic year.

Most Improved Student Organization




Nominator

With this form, please submit the following: 1) Personal statement of why you are nominating this group for Outstanding Newcomer Student

Organization of the Year. The student organization that applies for this award must have been registered for two years or less. Please address such items as how the organization has improved from previous years or throughout the year, significant accomplishments, membership information, involvement in student life, participation in college and Student Affairs sponsored events, community service, and achievement of goals and objectives for the academic year. Please include activities that will take place in April, as well. This statement must not exceed 2 double spaced, typed pages.






Club Nomination




Outstanding Newcomer Student Organization




Nominator

With this form, please submit the following: 1) Personal statement of why you are nominating this group for Student Organization of the Year.

Please address such items as how the organization has improved from previous years or throughout the year, significant accomplishments, membership information, involvement in student life, participation in college and Student Affairs, sponsored events, community service, and achievement of goals and objectives for the academic year. Please include activities that will take place in April, as well. This statement must not exceed 2 double spaced, typed pages.






Club Nomination




Student Organization of the Year



Organization Nomination




Please list all of the official community service projects the organization has participated in, and how the group motivated others to act.


Nominator

With this form, please submit the following: 3) Personal statement of why you are nominating this group for the Outstanding Contribution to

the Greater Community by a Student Organization. The student organization that applies for this award must have completed at least 2 community service projects. Please address such items as how the organization has extended their hand within the community completing service projects and events. Please include activities that will take place in April, as well. This statement must not exceed 2 double spaced, typed pages.






Outstanding Contribution to the Greater Community by a

Student Organization




Nominator

With this form, please submit the following: 1) Personal statement of why you are nominating this student for Student Organization Leader of

the Year. Please address such items as significant accomplishments, membership information, involvement in student life, participation in college and Student Affairs sponsored events, community service, and achievement of organization goals and objectives for the academic year. State how the student has contributed to the organization that makes them a leader for the year. Please include activities that will take place in April, as well. This statement must not exceed 2 double spaced, typed pages.

2) Up to 2 letters of support for this nomination. At least one letter must be from the organization faculty/staff advisor, or a community member who has worked with the group and/or benefited from the group’s services. You may submit up to 5 additional single-sided pages of support material to assist the

Awards Review Committee in their decision. This material may include newspaper clippings, certificates, honors, organization statistics, event flyers, etc.




Student Nomination

Name of Student & Organization

Organization Position (if any)________________________________________________________________________________

Semesters involved in club_________________________(must have a minimum of one full academic year)

Please list all of the official Student Life, club, and community service events your nominee has exemplified strong leadership and service towards.

Student Organization Leader of the Year




Advisor No mination

Advisor Name

Organization Name

# of Years as advisor(must have a minimum of 5 years(+)__________________________________________________________ Is this advisor volunteering his/her time to this organization, or are they employed (paid) to work with this organization? Yes No

Nominator

With this form, please submit the following: 3) Organization or personal statement of why you are nominating this advisor for Outstanding

Advisor Lifetime Achievement Award. Please address such items as how the advisor has demonstrated outstanding dedication and service to your organization. Specifically state how or what this advisor does to assist the registered student organization and support the members. This statement must not exceed 1 double spaced, typed page.

4) Up to 2 letters of support for this nomination. At least one letter must be from a member at large of the registered student organization that this person advises. You may submit up to 5 additional single-sided pages of support material to assist the

Award Review Committee in their decision. This material may include resume, vita, newspaper clippings, certificates, honors, etc.




Outstanding Advisor Lifetime Achievement




Will the student be graduating in May 2015?

Yes No

Nominator

With this form, please submit the following: 1) Personal statement of why you are nominating this student for Student Leadership Legacy.

Please address such items as significant accomplishments, membership information, involvement in student life, participation in college and Student Affairs sponsored events, community service, and achievement of organization goals and objectives for the academic year. Please include activities that will take place in April, as well. This statement must not exceed 2 double spaced, typed pages.






Student Nomination



Please list all of the official Student Life events your organization has participated in during the 2014-2015 academic year, and how the student has exemplified contribution and skills.

Student Leadership Legacy




Nominator

With this form, please submit the following: 1) Personal statement of why you are nominating this group for Quiet Influence/Unsung Hero.

Please address such items as significant accomplishments, membership information, involvement in student life, participation in college and Student Affairs sponsored events, community service, and achievement of organization goals and objectives for the academic year. State how the student has contributed toward the success of the organization and events, but is hardly recognized for their dedication. Please include activities that will take place in April, as well. This statement must not exceed 2 double spaced, typed pages.






Student Nomination




Quiet Influence/Unsung Hero




Nominator

With this form, please submit the following: 1) Personal statement of why you are nominating this group for The Harrell Award. Please

address such items as significant accomplishments, membership information, involvement in student life, participation in college and Student Affairs sponsored events, community service, and achievement of organization goals and objectives for the academic year. Please include activities that will take place in April, as well. This statement must not exceed 2 double spaced, typed pages.






Student Nomination




The Harrell Award

Guidelines Nomination Form

Faculty and Staff,

The Lone Star College-CyFair Student Life Awards Banquet is scheduled for Friday, May 1, 2015. Please complete your nomination on the following page.

1. Indicate the award category by placing a “” in the space next to

the category (please see next page).

2. Fill out ALL information. Nominations without a Student ID Number will not be considered.

3. Provide a signed letter of recommendation and a nomination form for each nominee (please do not staple your letter). Address the letter to:

Tashemia Jones Student Life Department Lone Star College-CyFair 9191 Barker Cypress Rd. Cypress, Texas 77433

Please explain why you believe this student should receive this award. This letter will be given to the student at the awards program.

Name of Nominee

Student ID

*Required for Consideration

Student Phone Number

Nominated by: *Please PRINT your name as you would like it to appear on the award.

Phone Number:

E-Mail Address:

Place a “” in the space next to the category

Academic Excellence Nominated by faculty only.

Student who: Have excelled academically Are actively engaged in the learning experience. Enrich the classroom Environment

4. Turn in the nomination form and letter of recommendation to the Center for Student Life (LRNC 141) no later than April 15, 2015.

Each faculty member may nominate no more than (3) students total.

Leadership Nominated by any member of the faculty or staff.

Student who: Show initiative Work to enhance the image of the college Demonstrate a willingness to help others Show team spirit

Service Nominated by any member of the faculty or staff.

Student who: Provide exemplary service within the college and community Work to enhance the image of the college

Important Information

Award Categories

Guidelines for Nominations

Documents

Student Organization Recognition Awards...Recognition Awards The Student Life Dept. cordially invites all students, faculty and staff to submit nominations for the 2014-2015 Student