Recognition
All qualified students are encouraged to apply for the following awards as a way to celebrate your dedication and contributions. These honors recognize the hard work, leadership and impact of individuals committed to making a difference at the University and beyond. Outstanding students are honored annually at the Civic Learning and Democratic Engagement (CLDE) Breakfast at the end of each Spring semester.
Outstanding Senior Award
The Outstanding Senior Award is an annual award presented to two graduating undergraduate students who have demonstrated excellence in academics, campus leadership, and community service. This prestigious award, sponsored by the Associated Students of the University of Nevada (ASUN), includes a $500 prize and is presented at the "Honor the Best" ceremony each spring. To be eligible, students must be graduating in the following academic year between the academic year of August, December and May with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, be in good standing with the university, and have shown involvement that has positively impacted the university or the community. Applicants are required to submit a 500-1,000-word essay detailing their leadership and service activities, along with a resume that highlights relevant experiences and achievements. Submissions are due in the first week of March.
Richard & Bonnie Bryan Family Public Service Award
The Richard & Bonnie Bryan Family Public Service Award is an annual award for undergraduate students who have demonstrated exceptional civic engagement through public service at the 推荐杏吧原创. Established in 2017, the award honors the legacy of Senator Richard Bryan and his late wife, Bonnie, who were both dedicated to public service and community impact. The award celebrates the students' leadership and significant contributions to their community through various public service pathways. To be eligible, students must be in good academic standing and have an outstanding record of civic engagement and public service. The winner will receive $1,000. Submissions are due at the end of March.
Silver Paw Award
The Silver Paw Award is a recognition program sponsored by the ASUN Center for Student Engagement. The goal of the award program is to recognize students who embody the ideals and spirit of an engaged student. Winners are students or groups of students who have made exemplary contributions to their community in civic engagement work. "Civic Engagement means working to make a difference in the civic life of our communities and developing the combination of knowledge, skills, values and motivation to make that difference. It means promoting the quality of life in a community, through both political and non-political processes." (Ehrlich, 2000, vi).
Civic engagement can take many forms, which are outlined in the Student Engagement Model (Center for Student Engagement, 2015).
Student Engagement fosters the development of student's civic responsibility, responsible citizenship, leadership and personal growth. Recipients of the Silver Paw Award will exhibit this spirit. This award will celebrate student leaders whose contributions deserve the campus community's appreciation.
Recipients of the Silver Paw Award will be chosen every month during the academic year. The student or group of students will receive a personalized certificate at an annual awards ceremony and will be recognized with a public profile in our electronic communications.
To nominate a student or a group of students for this award, follow the link below to the nomination form. Professors, advisers, community members, and students are encouraged to nominate whoever they feel would be a good candidate for this award. Students are also encouraged to self-nominate.
100 Hours
The 100 Hours Award recognizes students who complete 100 hours of community service within one calendar year, with all hours tracked and documented through their UNR.GivePulse.com profile. To participate, students must join GivePulse and log their service hours on the platform. Upon completing the 100 hours, students will receive a certificate, and their achievements will be celebrated through university publicity channels. All service hours must be verified on GivePulse, the university’s official volunteer platform. Hours are counted by April.
200 Hours Award
The 200 Hours Award recognizes students who complete 200 hours of community service within one calendar year, with all hours tracked and documented through their UNR.GivePulse.com profile. To participate, students must join GivePulse and log their service hours on the platform. Upon completing the 200 hours, students will receive a certificate from Nevada Volunteers, signed by the Governor of Nevada, and their achievements will be highlighted through university publicity channels. Hours are counted by April.
Annual Civic Engagement Recognition Breakfast
The annual Civic Learning and Democratic Engagement (CLDE) breakfast, hosted by the Center for Student Engagement at the 推荐杏吧原创, celebrates individuals and groups who have made significant contributions to civic life. This event honors students, faculty, elected officials, and community partners who demonstrate exceptional commitment to democratic values, public service, and community involvement, recognizing their impactful efforts in fostering civic engagement.