Criteria for Candidacy

All UCSC student organizations, sports teams, or student groups that have provided service for the campus and/or local communities during the 2011-12 academic year are encouraged to apply for the Student Organization/Group Service Award. 

This award category recognizes student organizations that have done a remarkable job in making an impact in the community. Because we believe community service is a vital component to enrich each student's learning experience here at UCSC, it is important to recognize student organizations and the contributions they make. Criteria necessary to be considered for this award include:

• Completion of extended service within the past academic year (Summer 2010-present)
• Written description detailing the type(s) of service provided by your organization
• Written description of the impact your organization's involvement has had on the community(ies) and your members
• One letter of recommendation from a member of the community where the most valuable service has occurred who can speak to service completed

While all student organizations/groups will receive recognition for their contributions, one outstanding student organization/team/group will be selected for their exemplary service efforts.

To Nominate a Student Group: 

Community organizations, staff, faculty, community members, or students may nominate any UCSC member(s) for their outstanding volunteer efforts. Please complete the Nomination Form to nominate a group (you are not affiliated with) for this award.

To Nominate Your Group:

Verify your group meets the criteria for candidacy above Complete the online application form (below) Submit one letter of recommendation to: By Mail: Career Center/Student Volunteer Center 1156 High Street Santa Cruz, CA 95064 In Person:    3rd Floor, Bay Tree Building (next to the Bay Tree Bookstore)  Fax: 831-459-4018 We encourage you to submit photos of the volunteer experience for inclusion in the awards ceremony to the address above.* All materials must be completed and submitted by 5pm Monday, May 9th Students are only eligible to apply for one award * Photos will not be reviewed or taken into consideration in the selection process.

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Part A: General Information

Organization Name Contact Name Phone Email Address
Agencies where service was completed:
Agency Name 1) 2) 3) 4) 5)	Name of contact

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Part B: Volunteer Experience

1. Quarters of service

1) From: Quarter Year	To: Quarter Year
2) From: Quarter Year	To: Quarter Year
3) From: Quarter Year	To: Quarter Year
4) From: Quarter Year	To: Quarter Year
5) From: Quarter Year	To: Quarter Year

2. How frequently did your organization volunteer? (Days and times, i.e. MWF/2-4pm)
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)

3. How many hours total did your organization contribute to these organizations during the 2010-11 academic year?

4. How many members of your organization regularly contributed to these organizations during the 2010-11 academic year?

5. Describe the service your organization performed in detail. (What were your responsibilities etc.)
Not to exceed 100 words

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Part C: Your Impact
(While all students will be recognized for their contributions, Part C will aid the selection committee in choosing one outstanding volunteer for their exemplary service efforts.)

1. How do you feel your organization's service benefited the community?
Not to exceed 150 words


2. In what ways have your organization benefited from the services your organization has performed?
Not to exceed 150 words


3. Tell us about your favorite volunteer memory from this 2010-11 academic school year. Why did it mean so much to you?
Not to exceed 200 words