Region I Awards

The Matt Cameron Outstanding Student Award recognizes an outstanding student leader at a member institution who has served both Region I and their individual campus community. This award is Region I’s highest student honor. The following is required for nomination:

• A nomination letter that includes:
  • What makes this person a worthy candidate for this specific award?
  • Any ACUI involvement, campus activities, and additional information which may support the nomination.
• Optional supporting information should include:
  • Any additional letters of recommendation from an ACUI member (separate from the initial nominator) who has worked with this individual in any capacity.

The Debra L. Hammond Outstanding New Professional Staff Award is given to a staff member who has served as a model of employee service and volunteer involvement in the college unions/student activities field, and who has completed no more than five years in their professional career. The following is required for nomination:

• A nomination letter that includes:
  • What makes this person a worthy candidate for this specific award?
  • Any ACUI involvement, campus activities, and additional information which may support the nomination.
• Optional supporting information should include:
  • Any additional letters of recommendation from an ACUI member (separate from the initial nominator) who has worked with this individual in any capacity.

This brand new award recognizes any campus program that fosters the enhancement of the campus community, has a meaningful impact on student learning, and demonstrates the achievements of students and staff. Eligible campus programs must:

• Have been created and implemented by students (who may be advised by staff)
• Have occurred on the campus of a Region I member institution
• Have taken place during the 2020–21 academic year

The following is required for nomination:

• A nomination letter that includes:
  • Name of student member(s) responsible for planning the event
  • A summary of the program, including program title and description
  • Intended goals/learning outcomes
  • Evidence of achievement of those goals
• Additional supporting information should include (optional):
  • Any documentation such as photos, video, or marketing samples
  • Any additional letters of recommendation from an ACUI member (separate from the initial nominator) who has first-hand knowledge of this program
  • Additional materials should be condensed into a single file for upload purposes

This award was first created in 1999 to honor long-time ACUI leader Don Hinde and his wife, Noel. The Distinguished Service Award recognizes and thanks a student union or student activities professional at a member institution who has demonstrated a long-term commitment to the profession on their campus and within Region I. The following is required for nomination:

• A nomination letter that includes:
  • What makes this person a worthy candidate for this specific award?
  • Any ACUI involvement, campus activities, and additional information which may support the nomination.
• Optional supporting information should include:
  • Any additional letters of recommendation from an ACUI member (separate from the initial nominator) who has worked with this individual in any capacity.

This brand new award recognizes any campus program that fosters the enhancement of the campus community, has a meaningful impact on student learning, and demonstrates the achievements of students and staff. Eligible campus programs must:

• Have been created and implemented by professional staff
• Have occurred on the campus of a Region I member institution
• Have taken place during the 2020–21 academic year

The following is required for nomination:

• A nomination letter that includes:
  • Name of staff member(s) responsible for planning the event
  • A summary of the program, including program title and description
  • Intended goals/learning outcomes
  • Evidence of achievement of those goals
• Additional supporting information should include (optional):
  • Any documentation such as photos, video, or marketing samples
  • Any additional letters of recommendation from an ACUI member (separate from the initial nominator) who has first-hand knowledge of this program
  • Additional materials should be condensed into a single file for upload purposes

The Region I ICONS are a society of active and engaged professionals within ACUI and Region I who guide, mentor, and support the region through participation and engagement in ACUI programs. The goal of this new ICON society is not only to recognize outstanding past leaders within the organization, but to facilitate further opportunities for their continued involvement in the Region, helping to shepherd and guide current and future Region I leaders.