The Panel are looking for a regular event run by any SU group, especially one that has been adapted due to feedback and the need for development. The panel will look favourably upon those events that tackled issues such as loneliness and built communities of students coming together over a fun activity. 

This category is for SU groups that have worked together on events and activities for a common goal.

• Increased level of participation with other SU groups
• Shown the ability to work well with other Students' Union clubs/societies/student groups
• High levels of enjoyment from members as a result of participating in the group/activity
• Information about the impact of the collaboration, could include feedback from members, any good news stories –anything that’s really stood out

The Panel are looking for an event organised by an SU group or leaders that was unique, creative and forward thinking. Think about an event that bought people together, was well organised and fun for everyone attending. The event may have utilised new platforms or forgone considerable changes to adapt to member’s feedback.

The Panel are looking for any group or individual who have shown the ability to:  

• Raise awareness for a charity or cause / topic   
• Successfully campaigned to improve the student experience on a local, national or global issue
• Fundraised for an external organisation
•  Made an impact    
• Actively spread a message and educated the student body on a certain topic  
• Provided a platform for members to engage with and champion an agreed cause   

Note: You do not need to have met all the above criteria.   

The Panel are looking for any group or individual student that has worked to make a change to improve the student experience on local, national or global issue. When nominating, please consider whether the nominee(s) has:

• Clear consideration of the best methods to effect change, including being innovative and creative where appropriate
• Effective engagement with students and relevant stakeholders
• Set clear objectives and desired outcomes for making change
• Demonstration of Impact
• Provided a platform for students from under-represented communities.

The Panel are looking for a group that made all students feel welcome, reflecting the diverse demographics of the student body, for eg nationality, gender, Things to consider would be whether any barriers were removed to enable all students to participate, how the group marketed their offer so as to reach the wider student body or any information sessions that raised awareness of a certain topic.

The Panel are looking for a student that has been involved with the running of one or more groups and/or a student involved with an Executive Committee. When making a nomination, please consider the following criteria:

• The degree to which the student has gone beyond the "call of duty" for their role
• Encouragement of the participation of members and non-members to engage in events and activities
• Information about the impact of the committee member, could include feedback from members, any good news stories, or anything that’s really stood out

The Panel are looking for committees who have shown good examples of some of the following:

• Working effectively as a team- please provide an example
• Good communication with members
• Being fully inclusive
• Offering good training and development opportunities for members
• Good working relationships with the relevant SU Area, SU Officers executive Committee, Marketing and Finance Staff and other internal or external organisations

• Any group or individuals who have run an event/project/campaign in the local community, or has collaborated with a local organization in an event on campus. 
• Collaboration with a local community group/school/charity
• Information about the impact of the group/event/fundraising, for example, amounts raised,  numbers involved, feedback/quotes from the local community, the level of involvement from members, any good news stories or anything that’s really stood out 

This award recognises an individual or group who has made an exceptional contribution to their hall's community. The panel are looking for nominees who have: 

• Gone above and beyond to support and uplift the halls community 
• Influenced positive change to enhance the living environment for their peers 
• Organised community‑building events that bring residents together 
• Taken actions that improve the overall halls experience for everyone 

The Panel are looking for an group or individual who has enhanced the Postgraduate experience through either:  

• Hosting a range of activities or events   
• Raising awareness or led campaigns on Postgraduate issues
• Supported Postgraduates through a mentoring or buddy scheme
• Going above and beyond in a leadership position to support Postgraduates

This award is in honour of Rob Tyrell, Activities Officer 2020/2021.

The Panel are looking for someone who has:  
 

• Gone beyond the call of duty throughout their University career  
• Thrown themselves into SU activities and are likely to have been involved in multiple areas and made lasting impressions 
• Prompt and effective communication with SU staff     
• Been a dependable, reliable and supportive student who encourages others to shape their community and help them belong  

There is £100 cash prize for this award! 
Note: This is open to ALL student leaders, including Academic Reps, Peer Mentors, Group Committee members etc. 

The Panel are looking for an SU group that have:

• Seen high levels of enjoyment from the members as a result of participating in the group  
• Hosted a range of activities and events   
• Raised awareness about their group and their events   
• Communicated with and used the expertise of the areas SU Officer and relevant staff

This award recognises a group that has made a strong commitment to running their group sustainably. This could be through making ethical choices when purchasing goods, providing vegan food at events, reducing travel emissions or running awareness or educational events related to sustainability.