Seniors of Color Leadership Awards

03/22/18

Contributed by RahK Lash

The awards form is now open for students of color in the graduating class of 2018 to self-nominate and will close on April 13, 2018 @12pm. After the final selection process, award recipients will be notified no later than April 20th, 2018

The award categories are

The Inspiration Award- Presented to students who have shown empathy, helpfulness, and a willingness to go above and beyond in support of their peers throughout their undergraduate experience.

The DuBois/Mandela Award for Scholarship, Leadership & Service- Presented to students for their significant scholarly achievements (cumulative 3.5 GPA or above) coupled with exemplary contributions to the campus and local community through service and continued civic engagement (i.e. work with a local agency, created a sustainability service opportunity, continued alternative break leadership).

The Chung/Thorpe Leadership Award- Presented to students who have increased the profile of the community of color through continued participation in leadership roles throughout their Ithaca College experience (i.e. student orgs, honors societies, local boards, clubs, academic associations)

The Chawla/Ochoa Academic Achievement Award- Presented to students who have shown a commitment to enhancing their educational experience through scholarly pursuits, while maintaining a high level of academic achievement (cumulative 3.3 GPA or higher). (Note: This award is intended for students who have done outstanding academic work outside the classroom in their field of interest: i.e. research, conference presentations, published writings, etc.)

The Chavez/Lorde Social Justice Award- Presented to students who have demonstrated a strong dedication to social change for the Ithaca College and local community through various platforms, projects, or initiatives (i.e. created a fashion line, started a new student org, developed a social media campaign, produced music or film, established a new campus event/program).

CLICK HERE to complete the form.

The annual Seniors of Color Reception will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018 @1:30pm in Emerson Suites B, Campus Center. You will receive an invitation via email to RSVP. We hope you will plan to attend.

If you have questions, please email RahK Lash at rlash@ithaca.edu.

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