Student Leadership Ceremony

This award is presented to a club sport that has excelled this year in and out of competition. This club sport has actively recruited new members, provided its membership with a supportive environment that contributes to their students’ academic success and overall well-being. The club sport has been an ambassador of their respective sport to the campus community, has exhibited exceptional sportsmanship and had a successful competition season.  

Eligibility

Each year, the selection committee seeks applications from Club Sports who meet the following criteria:

• Was active throughout the entire academic year
• Actively recruited new members and increased engagement across campus
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting an environment that contributes to students’ academic success and overall well-being

This award is presented to individual club sport members who excelled in competition, academic achievement, demonstrated good sportsmanship and was a positive member of the organization. (There can be up to 3 club sport student athletes of the year award recipients. No more than 1 recipient from each of the following categories: women’s club sports, men’s club sports and open/coed club sports).  

Eligibility

Each year, the selection committee seeks applications from club sport students who meet the following criteria:

• Was active in club sport throughout the entire academic year
• Excelled in competition, academic achievement and demonstrated good sportsmanship

The Greek Brother of the Year Award recognizes an individual whose involvement, commitment, and leadership to their Greek organization, the Greek community and SUNY Oswego as a whole surpasses expectations. 

Eligibility

Each year, the selection committee seeks nominations for students that meet the following criteria:

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Served as a chapter and/or council officer this academic year
• Successfully completed at least 10 community service hours
• Collaborated with other other Greek organizations this academic year
• Represented their chapter, the Fraternity and Sorority Community, and SUNY Oswego in a positive manner

The Greek Sister of the Year Award recognizes an individual whose involvement, commitment, and leadership to their Greek organization, the Greek community and SUNY Oswego as a whole surpasses expectations. Awards will be given to one member from an NPC organization and one member from a GLWA organization.

Eligibility

Each year, the selection committee seeks nominations for students that meet the following criteria:

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Served as a chapter and/or council officer this academic year
• Successfully completed at least 10 community service hours
• Collaborated with other other Greek organizations this academic year
• Represented their chapter, the Fraternity and Sorority Community, and SUNY Oswego in a positive manner

This award recognizes organizations that have co-sponsored an creative, educational, social, and/or recreational event that engaged a wide range of the student body. 

Eligibility

Each year, the selection committee seeks nominations for organizations that meet the following criteria:

• Two or more active organizations equally collaborated on the creation and execution of this event
• Each organization was active for the entire academic year

This award recognizes an organization(s) that shows dedication to community service and involvement. These organizations participate in community service opportunities throughout the academic year and consistently search for new and innovative ways to support the campus and the surrounding community.

Eligibility

Each year, the selection committee seeks nominations for organizations that meet the following criteria:

• Was an active organization for the entire academic year
• Communicated effectively with campus and community based organizations for the creation and implementation of this service project
• Documented and record all service hours with the office of Student Engagement and Leadership in Laker Life
• Actively provided the organization with a variety of community service opportunities on and off campus

The Outstanding Professional Award recognizes a dedicated professional faculty/staff member who has served as an advisor, coach, or mentor to one or more student organizations.  This award honors their guidance, support, and contributions that have significantly influenced the growth, success, and development of the organizations they engage with.  The recipient embodies the spirit of leadership and commitment, empowering students to achieve their goals and fostering a thriving campus community.

Eligibility

Each year, the selection committee seeks nominations for students that meet the following criteria:

• Was an active mentor throughout the entire academic year which could include advisor(s), coach(s), and other SUNY Oswego professional faculty/staff
• Actively provided the organization with growth and development opportunities
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting an environment that contributes to students' academic success and overall well-being

The Rising Star Award honors a student who has demonstrated great potential to take on future leadership roles and responsibilities within their community. Whether they currently hold formal or informal leadership positions, this recognition encourages students to continue to take initiative within student organizations and to grow in their leadership.

The Rising Star Award embodies the spirit of ambition and encourages all students to strive for excellence and make their mark on the world.

Eligibility

Each year, the selection committee seeks nominations for students that meet the following criteria:

• Minimum of 3.0 GPA
• Successfully completed at most 4 semesters at SUNY Oswego
• Active involvement across campus; demonstrated by participation in students organizations and/or additional campus leadership positions
• Must not have previously received the Rising Star award

The Rising Student Organization Award recognizes a student organization that has demonstrated exceptional promise and achievement within its first two years (four semesters) of existence. This award celebrates the energy, innovation, and commitment of a new organization that has made positive contributions to the campus community through programming, collaboration, and engagement. 

The recipient of this award serves as a model of what a thriving, newly established organization can accomplish.

Eligibility

Each year, the selection committee seeks nominations for students that meet the following criteria:

• The organization must have been officially reconigzed for two years (four semesters) or less
• Demonstrated growth in membership, activities, and campus presence
• Evidence of programs, events, or service that has positively impacted the campus community
• A commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and fostering community engagement
• Must not have previously received the Rising Student Organization Award

The Student Organization of the Year Award honors an established student organization that has consistently excelled in advancing its mission, promoting student engagement, and creating a lasting impact on the SUNY Oswego community. This award recognizes organizations with a history of leadership, innovation, and service that embody the values of the institution and enrich the student experience.

Eligibility

Each year, the selection committee seeks nominations for organizations that meet the following criteria:

• The organization must have been officially recognized for at least three years (six semesters).
• Demonstrated excellence in organizational management, including event planning and leadership development.
• Evidence of programs, events, or service that has  positively impacted the campus community.
• Collaborated with other organizations and/or departments to host events or activities that engaged a large population of the student body
• Evidence of fostering a positive and inclusive environment for its members and the broader SUNY Oswego community.
• Must not have previously received the Student Organization of the Year Award within the last three years.

This award recognizes the highest leadership honor presented to a SUNY Oswego student(s) annually who has served in a variety of significant leadership roles during their college career.   

Eligibility

Each year, the selection committee seeks nominations for students that meet the following criteria:

• Has a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Has successfully completed at least 70 credit hours
• Commitment or achievement in a leadership position through a student organization, academic department or the college as a whole.
• Participated in a variety of organizations, events, etc. that impacted fellow students through positive role modeling and ethical decision making that increased a sense of belonging to the student body.