Student Affairs Awards
Nomination Form
Graduate Assistant of the Year Award
The GA of the Year Award recognizes a graduate student who has consistently exceeded the responsibilities of their position in a way that enhances the success, mission, and goals of Student Affairs. This student has gone above and beyond in being innovative and student-focused with their work. This award is open to all graduate assistants within the Division of Student Affairs.
- Must be a current graduate student at EIU with a Graduate Assistant position within the Division of Student Affairs.
- Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Must be in good disciplinary standing with the University.
- Individuals are eligible to win this award one time.
- Can recognize up to two Graduate Assistants in this category.
Newcomer of the Year Award
The Newcomer of the Year Award recognizes employees who have contributed to the success of the Division of Student Affairs and their individual departments through their use of personal initiative, analytical and critical thinking skills, and problem-solving capability. This individual is successful in moving a team toward goals that are consistent with the vision of a department, group, committee, or University organization. Has a track record of direct or indirect impact on the development of students and student groups in creating an environment which enhances student development.
- Must be a full-time employee of EIU working in the Division of Student Affairs.
- Must be employed at minimum 6 months but no more than 24 months.
- Recipient will receive $250 towards an approved professional development opportunity.
Rising Star Award
The Rising Star Award recognizes employees who have contributed to the success of the Division of Student Affairs and their individual departments through their use of personal initiative, analytical and critical thinking skills, and problem-solving capability. This individual is successful in moving a team toward goals that are consistent with the vision of a department, group, committee, or University organization. Has a track record of direct or indirect impact on the development of students and student groups in creating an environment which enhances student development.
- Must be a full-time EIU employee in the Division of Student Affairs.
- Must be employed in their role a minimum of 25 months but no longer than 60 months.
- An exception can be made for a BSW due to their bidding process and ability to shift between Divisions.
- Recipient will receive $250 towards an approved professional development opportunity.