Scholar of the Year


The Scholar of the Year Award is given each year to recognize and emphasize excellence in scholarship. Other service and student activity involvement may become a consideration in the selection process, but the main emphasis will be on scholarly achievement

The dean is to appoint a committee with students, faculty, and administrative representation to select an outstanding student scholar from each college. The Robins Award Committee will then appoint a committee to select the "Scholar of the Year" from the seven college nominees. The person is recognized at the annual Robins Award.

The nominee should be receiving a bachelor's degree at this year's commencement exercises.

Criteria

The recipient shall have participated in the following manner:

  • Achieved outstanding academic success.
  • Inspired other students through exemplary conduct.
  • Developed interest and expertise outside of academic area.
  • Made a significant, lasting contribution to the department, college, general campus, and community.
  • Exhibited traits of maturity, sincerity, and dependability.
  • Been well-liked by students, faculty, and staff.
  • Developed personal talents and abilities in a significant manner.
  • Furthered personal and professional goals through widespread academic, social, and extra-curricular involvement.

Nomination Materials

In order to provide some uniformity to the selection process, the Committee suggests that each candidate provide the following materials:

  • A nomination letter from the Dean.
  • Transcript of credits.
  • Summary of academic and extra-curricular involvement at Utah State University and in the community.
  • One letter of support from a professor.