Kingfisher Awards
The Dean of Students Office recognises the outstanding contributions of student organisations to the Yale-NUS College and the surrounding community. Join us in celebrating our outstanding leaders, organisations, programmes and role models this 2020–2021 academic year. In particular, the Kingfisher Awards want to celebrate the contributions by student leaders who exemplify the core values of the College: transformation, exploration, respect, inclusivity, and care.
Criteria for Award Nominations
- All individual nominees must be in good academic standing with the College during the 2020–2021 academic year.
- Student organisation nominees must be currently registered and in good standing with the Dean of Students Office.
- One nominator may nominate multiple individuals or groups for awards; however, each nomination must have its own nomination form and unique letters of support.
- All nominations require at least one letter from a Yale-NUS College student, faculty or staff member. Additional letters of support will be considered.
- Letters of nomination and support should provide as much detailed information about the nominee as possible. Information should pertain to the 2020–2021 academic year and/or events and activities that have occurred from August 2020–April 1, 2021.
- Letters of support should speak to the nominee’s strengths and qualifications. The more you can identify specifically why this nominee deserves to win that specific award, the easier it will be for the Selection Committee to review your nomination.
- Letters of support should include how the nominee’s efforts have furthered at least one of the core values of the College: transformation, exploration, respect, inclusivity, and care.
- Nominators are encouraged to let their nominees know a nomination is being submitted for them.
Nominations close 5 April, 11:59PM.
Recognition
Students are recognized for distinct leadership roles and their dedication, commitment and leadership in serving their peers and campus life.
Residential College Advisors
RCAs work to support a small group of first-year students and act as mentors, programme planners, and advisors. They are one of the first people to help acclimate new students to the college and help to create an inclusive home full of care and respect!
O’Comm and OGLs
The Orientation Committee (O’Comm) and Orientation Group Leaders (OGLs) work closely with the Dean of Students Office to welcome incoming first-year students to the Yale-NUS community and make their orientation experience meaningful. They set the tone for the incoming students to understand how their time at Yale-NUS will be one of transformation and exploration.
Awards
These prestigious awards recognise and honour exceptional achievements by members of the Yale-NUS community who demonstrate their commitment to student engagement and campus life.
Outstanding Student Organisation
Awarded to a recognised student organisation that embodies creativity, has led innovative and diverse programmes, and has made extraordinary contributions to campus life at Yale-NUS College. Selection criteria includes community service, leadership, collaborations with other student organisations and the College.
Outstanding Student Organisation Programme
Awarded to recognise significant achievements by student organisations in the planning and implementation of programmes, either a one-time event or a series of events marketed as a single programme.
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Outstanding Athletics & Recreation Team
Awarded to a recognised athletics or recreational team that embodies sportsmanship, has shown consistency in training, competitions and events, and has made extraordinary contributions to the athletics and recreation scene at Yale-NUS College. Selection criteria include collaborations with other teams and members of the College.
Commitment to Community and Social Change (Individual/Group)
Awarded to an individual student or group of students who have contributed significantly to social justice, peace, social change, education, public health, or environmental justice. Nominees must demonstrate a commitment to transformative social justice by challenging social inequities, made a significant contribution to disadvantaged communities nationally or internationally, and has significantly improved the lives of others.
Commitment to Intercultural Engagement (Individual/Group)
Awarded to student leaders or a group of students who have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion through student life programming and positive interactions with other students, faculty and staff. Nominees should have initiated programmes or services which contributed to promoting a culture of inclusivity and mutual respect at Yale-NUS and the community.
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Commitment to Wellness and Well-being (Individual/Group)
Awarded to a student leader or a group of students who have demonstrated a commitment to wellness and the wellbeing of our community through initiatives and/or healthy engagement with other members of the community. Nominees should demonstrate a holistic understanding of wellness, empowerment of others and promote a culture of balance, compassion, gratitude and self-awareness.
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Publication of the Year
Awarded to recognise an outstanding print or online publication that has made a significant contribution to the college this year. Selection criteria include uniqueness, readership, quality of content, and furthering creative expression in the community. Each publication is welcome to submit one piece for consideration.
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Residential Life Service Award
Awarded to an RCA who displays excellent leadership and commitment to community building within the Residential Colleges. This RCA has displayed commitment to strengthening the residential life programme, outstanding personal integrity, strong mentorship skills and is an established team member. This RCA promotes a culture of care and respect within the RCs.
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Student Organisation Leader of the Year
Awarded to an executive member of a recognised student organisation who displays excellent leadership and commitment to the growth of their organisation and strengthens campus life at Yale-NUS College. This student leader is a team player with outstanding personal integrity and strong mentorship skills.
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Athletics and Recreation Leader of the Year
Awarded to a captain of a recognised athletic or recreation team who displays excellent leadership and commitment to the growth of their team and strengthens the athletics and recreation culture at Yale-NUS College. This captain is a team player with outstanding personal integrity and strong mentorship skills.
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Student Associate of the Year
Awarded to an outstanding student employee in any department on campus. Outstanding student associates must demonstrate a willingness to go above and beyond the expectations, be a team player, assist co-workers, and be a shining ambassador of the College. Nominations must be submitted by direct supervisors and each supervisor can only nominate one SA.
Advisor of the Year
Awarded to recognise a student organisation advisor who has excelled and exemplified outstanding service, dedication, and leadership to the organisation they advise.
Unsung Hero Award
The Unsung Hero award recognises a Yale-NUS staff or faculty who has positively influenced a student-driven programme or a recognised student organisation from behind the scenes with a positive attitude, a willingness to help in whatever capacity necessary, and a commitment to excellence.
Distinguished Student Leader/s
Awarded to a student leader who has demonstrated exemplary leadership skills in their student organisations, made meaningful contributions and has made a strong impact within Yale-NUS. This is the most prestigious award of all the Kingfisher Awards given to graduating senior students, who consistently go above and beyond leaving a lasting legacy upon graduation.
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