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McMaster University
Invites Nominations for
The President's Award of Excellence
(Student Leadership)
2012

The Award

The President's Award of Excellence was established in 1993 to recognize students who have demonstrated a commitment to the University's belief in excellence in its student body.

The Selection Committee may present up to three awards annually. Each award will be a President's Student Medal of Excellence and the recipient will have his/her name inscribed on a commemorative plaque displayed permanently in the University Centre.

Award Candidates

Nominations are open to full-time undergraduate students who are in their graduating year.

This award acknowledges the contributions made by students who play a significant role in improving and developing the intellectual, social, cultural and/or athletic fabric of the McMaster community. The Selection Committee will consider those nominees who have demonstrated outstanding student leadership qualities. The award will be presented on the basis of how the nominees' achievements have contributed to the betterment of the University community and to the advantage of the students who attend the campus. The overall quality of the contribution rather than the achievement of a certain status or position will be the determining factor for the committee to arrive at a final decision. In addition, the individuals selected to receive an award may also have extensive involvement in our local, provincial or national communities.

Selection Committee

Five members of the McMaster Community comprise the Selection Committee and choose the Award recipient(s).

Members are:

• The President of McMaster University (Chair)
• The Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
• The Associate Vice-President (Student Affairs)
• A distinguished alumna/alumnus
• A person familiar with the McMaster University environment appointed by the President

  

Method of Nomination/Selection

• The Selection Committee will solicit nominations of individuals.
• Nominees will be notified by the Selection Committee.
• The Nomination Form will include a curriculum vitae and three letters of reference.
• The Selection Committee will consider all information available to them and select the recipient(s).
• The Award will be presented at Convocation.