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The ACUI Values Award

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deadline Due: November 20, 2026
pencil No essay
graduates No min. GPA required
map No transcripts required

Eligibility

The ACUI Values Award, with an application deadline in November, offers 5 awards that vary in amount.

Description

The ACUI Values Award is presented to up to five individuals annually who continuously uphold the ACUI core values in their daily work. The importance of the college union is actively demonstrated through this individual's commitment to unconditional human worth, joy, learning, caring community, innovation, diversity, and integrity. Individuals with ACUI membership are eligible for this award. In a given year, one individual with ACUI membership from each of the following categories may receive this award: undergraduate students; graduate students; new professionals (up to five years of experience); mid- to senior-level professionals (more than 5 years of experience); associate members. The review process includes, but is not limited to, an assessment of written evidence that the nominee has gone above and beyond to embody the ACUI core values in their work to advance campus community. An individual cannot receive the ACUI Values Award more than once. The name, institution, and contact information of the nominee and the nominator are required. Two to three letters in support of the applicant to receive the award written by individuals such as direct supervisors/advisors, peers/colleagues, students, faculty members, etc. must also be submitted. The letters must address the achievements of the nominee in the profession; the demonstrated commitment of the nominee to the criteria identified for this specific award; and a summary of the nominee's background to provide evidence that they meet the criteria identified for this specific award, including information related to professional experience and volunteer service, providing a current resume or curriculum vitae for the nominee is optional. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.