The Program of the Year award is broken up into (3) three categories based on the population served: Internal, Emory Community, and Off-Campus; (1) one student organization will be awarded per category. Eligible programs could include a one-time event, a semester long series, or a continued tradition. This award seeks less to recognize events of high volume, and more of those with greatest impact.  

Internal

Programs eligible for the Internal Program of the Year award were put on by a student organization at Emory University to benefit members of that student organization, a specific and defined student population. Examples of internal programs may include a mentorship program, general body meetings, or community building events. 

Emory Community

Programs eligible for the Emory Community Program of the Year award were put on by a student organization at Emory University with an open, inclusive benefit to the whole Emory community. This event’s presence is felt by the entire Emory community and creates an intentional impact on the campus.

Off-Campus

Programs eligible for the Off-Campus Program of the Year award were put on by a student organization at Emory University to benefit a community beyond Emory University. This event allowed the student body to experience an off-campus location in an enjoyable and organized fashion. 

The Undergraduate Student Organization of the Year award is given to one (1) undergraduate student organization that exemplifies a commitment to the betterment and strengthening of Emory and/or the greater Atlanta community. These organizations have hosted programs and/or events that reflect their mission and have demonstrated a commitment to professional excellence, creativity, and social justice. Furthermore, the organization embodies the Emory spirit through its commitment to leadership development, collaboration amongst groups, and programs to enhance the quality of campus life at Emory University.

The Graduate Student Organization of the Year award is given to one (1) graduate student organization that exemplifies a commitment to the betterment and strengthening of Emory and/or the greater Atlanta community. These organizations have hosted programs and/or events that reflect their mission and have demonstrated a commitment to professional excellence, creativity, and social justice. Furthermore, the organization embodies the Emory spirit through its commitment to leadership development, collaboration amongst groups, and programs to enhance the quality of campus life at Emory University.

This award is given to (1) one student organization that has demonstrated significant growth and strength in their recent establishment on campus. They have significantly increased their presence around the Emory campus and have achieved the goals they outlined during the chartering process. By either gaining more members of their club or simply by creating new staple events, it is clear that this is a club that is here to stay.  

Requirements: 

• The organization should have been chartered within the last 4 academic years (since Spring 2020) 

The Advisor of the Year is presented to an organization advisor or advising team who has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the positive growth and development of their organization and the student leaders they advise. The Advisor of the Year should inspire their students to reach new intellectual and programmatic heights, empower their organization to take on new challenges, seek out new ways of thinking, and engage in socially responsible and ethical leadership.  

Requirements: 

• Individual(s) serve as an advisor in a formal capacity to a chartered student organization, group or program. 
• Individual(s) must be registered as the advisor for the student organization for which they are being nominated for their service. 

UNDERGRADUATE Leader of the Year

The Undergraduate Student Organization Leader of the Year is bestowed upon a student who exemplifies exceptional leadership through principled behavior, service, and a commitment to inspiring positive transformation in their undergraduate community. This student must hold a leadership position for a chartered or departmental predominately undergraduate organization. The recipient of this award will, through their leadership position, make proactive and positive contributions to their fellow undergraduate peers and their experiences by virtue of their dedicated actions and service to the Emory undergraduate community. 

Requirements: 

• Must have served in their leadership position for the organization within the current academic year 

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GRADUATE Leader of the Year

The Graduate Student Organization Leader of the Year is bestowed upon a student who exemplifies exceptional leadership through principled behavior, service, and a commitment to inspiring positive transformation in their graduate community. This student must hold a leadership position for a chartered or departmental predominately undergraduate organization. The recipient of this award will, through their leadership position, make proactive and positive contributions to their fellow graduate peers and their experiences by virtue of their dedicated actions and service to the Emory graduate community. 

Requirements: 

• Must have served in their leadership position for the organization within the current academic year 

The Heart of Emory is awarded to six (6) individuals, three (3) undergraduates and three (3) graduates, who are active, passionate contributors to the Emory community. They go beyond simply working with the communities around them by advocating for progress and social justice in their roles. They represent the motto of Emory, “the wise heart seeks knowledge,” by engaging in critical inquiry, cultural humility, and a dedication to pursuing a life of courageous integrity. These six individuals represent what makes Emory worth ‘hailing the gold and blue.’ 

We will select 3 undergraduate winners and 3 undergraduate runner-ups as well as 3 graduate winners and 2 graduate runner-ups.