Student Organization Awards

Description: This award is presented to the student organization that best utilized social media to engage with their members and the RELLIS community. The winner of this award demonstrates creativity in their content and content strategies, positive follower growth and engagement, and a commitment to consistency in post frequency and appealing visual aesthetics.

Judging Criteria:

• Post frequency – Did they post multiple times a week or only once a month?
• Engagement metrics – How many follows, likes, shares, and saves had they had this year?
• Post quality – Did their posts have quality graphics and well written captions with a coherent visual style?
• Creativity – How did their social media account leverage creativity in their content, strategies, and overall presentation?
• Community Presence – did they follow other clubs/organizations and engage with their content?
• Presentation of Nomination

Description: This award is presented to the student organization with the best event of the year. This organization demonstrated teamwork, effective planning, creativity, and impact. This event was engaging and encouraged participation from all parties involved. 

Judging Criteria:

• The event carried the highest impact on the organization’ss growth and the student body
• The event showcased creativity and originality, offering a memorable experience
• The event was well planned and executed, demonstrating teamwork
• The event drew in the most participation and was engaging for students
• Presentation of Nomination

Description: This award is presented to the student organization that has demonstrated exceptional leadership by fostering community, encouraging participation, taking initiative, and demonstrating a commitment to growth. 

Judging Criteria:

• Leaders showed integrity 
• Leaders were proactive and took initiative 
• Leaders effectively communicated with all members 
• Leaders supported the group as a whole and encouraged participation from all
• Presentation of Nomination

Description: This award is presented to the student organization with the highest impact on the community through service and outreach. Through this organization’s involvement with the community, they have made a positive and meaningful impact on society that demonstrates their desire for change.

Judging Criteria:

• Describe the specific community need or issue you addressed and why it mattered to you. 
• Explain the actions you took to create a positive change. Including planning, leadership, or hands-on involvement. 
• Discuss the impact your work had on individuals/groups/communities. Include examples if possible. 
• Reflect on what you learned from the experience and how it shaped your personal growth or future goals.
• Share how you encouraged others to get involved or how your efforts inspired continued community engagement. 
• Presentation of Nomination

Description: This award is presented to the student organization that excelled in organizing impactful events, fostering student participation, collaborating with other organizations, and effectively promoting campus engagement.

Judging Criteria:

• Number of REGISTERED Events
• Student Participation
• Collaboration with Other Organizations
• Impact of Events
• Visibility and Promotion of Events
• Presentation of Nomination

Description: This award is presented to the student organization advisor that showcases outstanding dedication and service to the organization, the RELLIS Academic Alliance, and the community. Nominations should describe in detail the contributions of the nominee with an emphasis on how the advisor has impacted individual members, the campus, and their community. 

Judging Criteria:

• Advisor’s service to the club;
  • To the general membership;
  • To the organization’s leadership;
• Advisor’s role in the community not associated with the organization;
• Advisor’s role to the RELLIS Academic Alliance;
• Presentation of Nomination