This award recognizes Global Campus students who strive to build stronger communities at WSU Global Campus or in their local communities through advocacy and engagement.

Award Criteria

Candidates will be scored on the following criteria:

Category	Description	Score
Impact	Strength of contributions and positive effect on WSU Global Campus or local communities	0–5
Engagement & Leadership	Level of involvement, initiative, and ability to inspire or mobilize others	0–5
Advocacy & Inclusion	Commitment to advocacy, equity, and creating inclusive opportunities for others	0–5

Scoring Range:

• 13–15 = Outstanding nominee (exemplary outreach and leadership)
• 9–12 = Strong nominee (clear evidence of meaningful contributions)
• 5–8 = Moderate nominee (positive contributions but limited scope)
• 0–4 = Limited nominee (minimal evidence of outreach/engagement)

Candidates are scored by a six-person selection committee consisting of representatives from departments across campus. Five members will serve as voters and use the award criteria to determine the winners in each category.

This award honors a Global Campus student who strengthens the campus community by fostering respect, collaboration, and a welcoming environment. This award recognizes individuals who take concrete, measurable actions to encourage participation, support peers, and ensure that all members of the community feel included and able to contribute fully to campus life.

Award Criteria

Candidates will be scored on the following criteria:

Category	Description	Score
Community Engagement	Actively participates in campus activities and initiatives that foster respect, connection, collaboration, and a sense of belonging	0–5
Collaboration & Teamwork	Works effectively with peers and campus groups, demonstrating leadership, cooperation, support, and shared responsibility	0–5
Positive Impact on Campus	Takes concrete, measurable actions to ensure all community members feel valued and able to contribute meaningfully	0–5

Scoring Range:

• 13–15 = Outstanding nominee (exceptional community engagement, collaboration, and measurable positive impact)
• 9–12 = Strong nominee (clear evidence of meaningful contributions to campus community and teamwork)
• 5–8 = Moderate nominee (demonstrates positive engagement and collaboration, but impact is limited in scope)
• 0–4 = Limited nominee (minimal evidence of engagement, collaboration, or community impact)

Candidates are scored by a six-person selection committee consisting of representatives from departments across campus. Five members will serve as voters and use the award criteria to determine the winners in each category.  

This award highlights a Global Campus student who actively participates in building community through student involvement events and activities such as clubs, workshops, and leadership opportunities and encourages others to participate and engage.  

Award Criteria

Candidates will be scored on the following criteria:

Category	Description	Score
Participation & Engagement	Active involvement in Global Campus events, clubs, and workshops. Demonstrates consistent commitment	0–5
Leadership & Initiative	Encourages others to engage and contributes to creating a vibrant student community	0–5
Impact on Community	Positive influence on the Global Campus community through fostering connection and Cougar pride	0–5

Scoring Range:

• 13–15 = Outstanding nominee (exceptional involvement and community impact)
• 9–12 = Strong nominee (clear evidence of meaningful participation)
• 5–8 = Moderate nominee (some involvement but limited influence)
• 0–4 = Limited nominee (minimal engagement or impact)

Candidates are scored by a six-person selection committee consisting of representatives from departments across campus. Five members will serve as voters and use the award criteria to determine the winners in each category.  

This award highlights a Global Campus student who demonstrates academic excellence as evidenced by research or innovation and/or perseverance and determination as evidenced by overcoming barriers to success.

Award Criteria

Candidates will be scored on the following criteria:

Category	Description	Score
Academic Excellence/ Innovation	Demonstrates exceptional academic achievement, research contributions, or innovative work	0–5
Perseverance & Determination	Clear evidence of overcoming barriers, challenges, or hardships in pursuit of academic or personal success	0–5
Impact & Inspiration	Serves as a role model by inspiring peers through their achievements, resilience, and commitment to growth	0–5

Scoring Range:

• 13–15 = Outstanding nominee (exemplary excellence or perseverance)
• 9–12 = Strong nominee (clear evidence of significant achievement or determination)
• 5–8 = Moderate nominee (some achievement or perseverance, but limited scope)
• 0–4 = Limited nominee (minimal evidence of excellence or determination)

Candidates are scored by a six-person selection committee consisting of representatives from departments across campus. Five members will serve as voters and use the award criteria to determine the winners in each category.

This award distinguishes a student whose exceptional leadership spans multiple domains—academics, service, and community impact—and who embodies the highest ideals of our university. Since 1996, this prestigious honor has been awarded to those whose vision and dedication inspire others. The recipient will receive $1000 and a commemorative award.