Awards

Families of the Year Award

A family fosters strong, positive relationships and mutual support. These are important values at the University of Guelph-Humber.

This award recognizes the contributions made by families to student success - to the entire university community.

A selection committee made up of faculty, staff and students choose recipients, who are recognized with a special gift at Convocation and a permanent plaque displayed in the University of Guelph-Humber building.

Nomination Guidelines

Submit a Letter of Nomination of no more than 500 words that explains the role your family has played in your experience and success as a University of Guelph-Humber student.  Noteworthy contributions may include:

• Ways in which your family supported you in your decision to attend university (emotional, financial, etc.).
• Examples of encouragement  and assistance your family has provided during your studies.
• Evidence of your family’s enthusiasm for the University of Guelph-Humber.
• Other unique ways in which your family has supported you in your accomplishments in your life outside the university.

Nominations are to include the following

1. A completed nomination form
2. A letter of nomination (described above)
3. Any additional documentation illustrative of nominee’s suitability (i.e. letters, pictures, etc.)

Deadline and Selection Process

The award recipient(s) will be decided by a selection committee made up of faculty, staff and students who evaluate nomination packages (as described above).

Nomination packages are due by 4:30pm on Friday May 11th, 2012 in the Student Services office (GH108).

Michael Nightingale Community Enrichment Award

This annual award honours the University of Guelph-Humber's first Vice Provost. From 2001 to 2005, Michael Nightingale’s vision and dedication were critical in shaping students' experience inside and outside the classroom.

This award recognizes a graduating student who has contributed to the University of Guelph-Humber community, beyond his or her own program of study, and shares Michael Nightingale’s commitment to enriching life and learning at the university.

With this recognition, the student receives $1,000, a certificate and a permanent plaque displayed in the University of Guelph-Humber building

Nominations:

Individuals or groups are encouraged to nominate a graduating student for the Michael Nightingale Community Enrichment Award. Noteworthy achievements of nominees may include:

• Increasing student involvement in campus life and learning
• Strengthening the sense of community between the University of Guelph-Humber and Humber ITAL
• Encouraging, supporting or facilitating student/faculty interaction
• Advocating on behalf of the needs, aspirations and interests of all University of Guelph-Humber students.

Selection Process:

The selection committee evaluates nominations made by University of Guelph-Humber students, faculty and staff.

For further information, email ghalumni@guelphhumber.ca or visit GH 108.