Award Description 

An agent of change is someone who sees a problem and takes action to create change. This award recognizes student leaders who have led their student organization through change brought on by COVID-19 while still meeting the mission and vision of their organization.  

There is no limit to the number of recipients who may earn this award.  

Eligibility  

The recipients of this award will be students who demonstrate a commitment to their peers and organizations while transitioning during COVID-19 through innovative approaches and meaningful interactions that:  

• aid in maintaining membership,  
• hosting meetings,  
• engaging members in safe, virtual settings, 

• participating in campus events, and more.  

You may nominate yourself, or someone else you believe is an agent of change.  

Award Prompt 

1. How do you/does the nominee exemplify leadership? (250-word limit) 
2. How have you/the nominee demonstrated commitment to the organization as an agent of change? (250-word limit) 
3. What are some innovative approaches taken by you/the nominee to support engagement? (250-word limit) 
4. What change has been implemented to support the student organization during this time? (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below.

Optional 

1. Upload one letter of recommendation in PDF format. 

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474630

Purpose 

The Emerging Leader Award recognizes first-year and second-year students who have begun making noteworthy contributions to the University and/or community. 

Eligibility 

The Emerging Leader Award is earned by students classified as freshmen or sophomore with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher. These recipients must also: 

• hold active membership in an RSO 

• have been engaged in one or more UTEP Edge Experiences.  

You may nominate yourself, or someone else you believe is an emerging leader. 

Award Prompts 

1. How do you/does the nominee exemplify leadership? (250-word limit) 
2. Which student organization(s) are you/the nominee a member of? (250-word limit) 
3. Outline and discuss your/the nominee’s contributions to UTEP and/or the greater community? (250-word limit) 
4. Outline and discuss your/the nominee’s engagement experience(s) regarding UTEP Edge. (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below. 

Optional 

1. Upload one letter of recommendation in PDF format 

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474630

Purpose 

The Lux Award recognizes graduate and doctoral students who have demonstrated excellence in academic achievement as well as campus and community engagement and have made a contribution to the UTEP community through their leadership.  

Eligibility 

The Lux Award is earned by students classified as graduate or doctoral who: 

• have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher, 
• have maintained membership in an organization (on-campus, in the community, or otherwise) 

• have held a leadership role in one or more organizations, 
• and have been engaged in at least one UTEP Edge Experience while enrolled in their graduate/doctoral program at UTEP.  

You may nominate yourself or someone else who meets the criteria who you believe should be considered for the Lux Award. 

Award Prompts 

1. How do you/does the nominee exemplify leadership? (250-word limit) 
2. Which student organization(s) are you/the nominee a member of? (250-word limit) 
3. How long have you/the nominee been a member of this/these student organizations? 
4. What is the leadership role you/the nominee held or at least one academic year? 
5. Outline and discuss your/the nominee’s meaningful contributions to the UTEP Community. (250-word limit) 
6. Outline and discuss your/the nominee’s meaningful contributions to your community. (250-word limit) 
7. Outline and discuss your/the nominee’s engagement experience(s) regarding UTEP Edge. (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below.

Optional 

1. Upload one letter of recommendation in PDF format 

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474630

Purpose 

The Resilient Leader Award recognizes student leaders who have experienced and overcome obstacles during their college career. 

Eligibility 

The Resilient Leader Award is earned by one student who overcame hardship while positively impacting others. This award is open to both undergraduate and graduate students.  

You may nominate yourself, or someone else you believe is a resilient leader. 

Award Prompts 

1. How do you/does the nominee exemplify leadership? (250-word limit) 
2. Discuss your/the nominee’s most meaningful engagement experiences on campus. (250-word limit) 
3. Discuss the challenge(s) you/the nominee overcame to complete your/their degree. (250-word limit) 
4. Discuss an impact you/the nominee made on campus or in your community, despite your/the nominee’s challenges. (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below. 

Optional 

1. Upload one letter of recommendation in PDF format 

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474630

Purpose 

The Leaders of Mines Award is the University’s oldest student leadership recognition. The recipients will be students who have demonstrated significant and sustained leadership, have made contributions to UTEP and the greater community while maintaining evidence of quality academic achievement.  

Eligibility 

The Leaders of Mines Award is earned by students classified as juniors or seniors with a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. These recipients must have: 

• maintained membership in an RSO for at least one academic year, 
• held a leadership role in an RSO for at least on academic year, 

• demonstrated contributions to the university. 
• demonstrated contributions to greater community.  
• have been engaged in two or more UTEP Edge Experiences.  

You may nominate yourself or someone else you believe is a leader of mines. 

Award Prompts 

1. How do you/does the nominee exemplify leadership? (250-word limit) 
2. Which student organization(s) are you/the nominee a member of? (250-word limit) 
3. How long have you/the nominee been a member of this/these student organizations? 
4. What is the leadership role you/the nominee held for at least one academic year? 
5. Outline and discuss your/the nominee’s meaningful contributions to the UTEP Community. (250-word limit) 
6. Outline and discuss your/the nominee’s meaningful contributions to your community. (250-word limit) 
7. Outline and discuss your/the nominee’s engagement experience(s) regarding UTEP Edge. (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below. 

Optional 

1. Upload one letter of recommendation in PDF format 

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474630

Purpose 

This award recognizes student leaders who demonstrate outstanding excellence in academic achievement, campus and community engagement, and have made significant contributions to UTEP, the greater community, and their academics through their leadership and experiences. 

There is no limit to the number of recipients for this award.  

Eligibility 

The Distinguished Leader Award is earned by students who are eligible and apply for the Leaders of Mines Award. There is no need to apply for this award separately. All submissions for the Leaders of Mines Award who meet this criteria will be considered. These recipients must have: 

• Maintained membership in an RSO for at least two academic years 
• Have held a leadership role in an RSO for at least one academic year 
• Made significant contributions to UTEP 
• Made significant contributions to the greater community 
• Have been engaged in three or more UTEP Edge Experiences. 

Award Description 

The Program/Event of the Year award is presented to a student organization that has facilitated a successful program/event that positively impacted UTEP students or the greater community. This program/event will have exemplified the student organization’s mission and vision while fostering a sense of belonging amongst its members. 

Award Prompt 

1. Summarize the 2020-2021 program/event your student organization is nominating. (300-word limit) 
   1. Please include the following: 
      1. program/event name 
      2. date 
      3. location 
      4. target audience and total attendance 
      5. program/event goals 
      6. program description  
2. Describe the impact this program/event had on the audience. (250-word limit) 
3. Explain why this program/event was successful. (250-word limit) 
4. Explain how this program/event impacted your student organization. (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below. 

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474642  

Award Description 

The Community Service Event of the Year award is presented to a student organization who goes above and beyond in community service, raising awareness, and contributing to a greater cause. 

Award Prompt 

1. Summarize a community service project that your organization organized and executed during the 2020-2021 academic year. Please include a brief summary of the project and describe the community who benefited from this project. (300-word limit) 
2. What was the total number of volunteers from your organization who participated in this event and how long did each member volunteer for?  
3. What were the goals established for the event? Were these goals achieved? (250-word limit) 
4. Summarize what your members found most rewarding about the community service you participated in this year. (250-word limit)  
5. Please provide any photos of your project that you have available. (Optional)  

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below. 

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474645  

Award Description 

The Spirit Award is presented to a student organization that is actively involved in programs, events, and activities on campus and demonstrates UTEP pride. 

Award Prompt 

1. List UTEP programs, events, and activities your organization attended in the 2020-2021 academic year. 
2. List programs, events, and activities your organization sponsored/hosted in the 2020-2021 academic year 
3. Tell us about your organization and your organization’s mission/vision/goals. (200-word limit) 
4. Summarize how your student organization has demonstrated UTEP pride on campus. (250-word limit)  
5. Explain how your participation in these events created meaningful experiences for your members and/or others. (250-word limit) 
6. Describe what your organization gained from being involved on campus and how you will encourage others to get involved in the upcoming year. (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below. 

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474643  

Award Description 

The Honor Society of the Year award is presented to an honor society student organization who excels academically and promotes academic success amongst its members. 

Award Prompt 

1. Tell us about your organization and your organization’s mission/vision/goals. (200-word limit) 
2. What is the average GPA of your members?  
3. Describe the major impact(s) that your organization has had within the UTEP community this year. (250-word limit) 
4. Describe one major program or initiative that your organization executed to support members’ academic success over this past year. (250-word limit) 
5. Share how you have implemented leadership and/or professional development to encourage growth for your members. (250-word limit) 
6. Describe any awards/recognitions for academic achievement that the organization has received this past year. (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below.  

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474640  

Award Description 

The Student Organization Member of the Year award is presented to a student who has modeled the values of their student organization, gone above and beyond member expectations, and shows exceptional leadership qualities.  

Student leaders are encouraged to complete this application on behalf of the person they wish to recognize. 

Award Prompt 

1. Describe the top 3 characteristics this nominee possesses and what makes them a leader. (250-word limit) 
2. Explain how the nominee upheld the values, mission, and vision of your student organization. (250-word limit) 
3. Share one significant contribution this nominee made in your organization. (250-word limit)  
4. Summarize this nominee's overall impact on your student organization and why they should receive this award. (250-word limit) 

 How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below. 

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474641  

Award Description 

The Student Organization President of the Year award is presented to an outstanding president who leads their student organization in alignment with their values, effectively motivates its members, and leaves a positive legacy. Eligible presidents include those who served in 2020 (calendar year) or those who are currently serving. Newly elected spring 2021 presidents are not eligible until next year’s awards in 2022. 

This application can be submitted by the nominee, fellow-peer, or advisor who wants to recognize an outstanding president. 

Award Prompt 

1. Summarize how this person embodies the values of your student organization. (250-word limit) 
2. Describe how this President has motivated the members of your student organization to remain involved in activities and student life events. (250-word limit) 
3. Share one significant contribution this nominee made in leading your organization. (250-word limit) 
4. Summarize this nominee's impact on your student organization and why they should receive this award. (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below.  

 Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474634  

Award Description 

The Student Organization Advisor of the Year award is presented to an advisor who exemplifies the mission and values of the RSO and provides great support for its members. 

This application should be submitted by a student leader on behalf of the advisor who they wish to recognize.  

Award Prompt 

1. How long has this advisor served in this role with your organization?  
2. Name three characteristics that best describe your advisor and why. (200-word limit) 
3. List and describe the contributions your advisor made to the organization and its members. (200-word limit) 
4. Explain why your advisor is a role model for your organization. (200-word limit) 
5. Why should this advisor be recognized as Advisor of the Year? (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below. 

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474639  

Award Description 

The Student Organization of the Year award is presented to a student organization that goes above and beyond in the areas of academics, programming, member recruitment/engagement, and development of student leaders. 

FSL Chapters are not eligible for this award. Please see Fraternity/Sorority of the Year award information. 

Eligibility & Award Criteria (Prompt)  

1. Tell us about your organization and your organization’s mission/vision/goals. (250-word limit) 
2. Provide information and examples of the major successes and/or accomplishments made during the 2020-2021 academic year in the areas of: 
   1. academics/scholarship 
   2. facilitating programs/events 
   3. member engagement  
3. Summarize your student organization’s involvement in campus-wide programs (i.e. Minerpalooza, Homecoming, etc.) (250-word limit) 
4. Share the biggest challenge your student organization faced this academic year and how you overcame that challenge. (250-word limit) 
5. Discuss why your student organization is the most outstanding student organization on campus. (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below.   

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474632  

Award Description 

The FSL President of the Year award is presented to an outstanding chapter president who leads their fraternity or sorority in alignment with their values, effectively motivates its members, and leaves a positive legacy within their chapter. Presidents are eligible to apply for this award if they have served in the 2020-2021 academic year.  

This application can be submitted by the nominee, fellow-peer, or advisor who wants to recognize an outstanding president.  

Award Prompt 

1. Summarize how the nominee embodies the values of your Fraternity/Sorority.  (250-word limit)  
2. Briefly describe the characteristics that makes the nominee an outstanding chapter president. (250-word limit) 
3. Explain what the nominee has done to motivate and/or empower members of your chapter to remain involved in activities and student life events. (250 word maximum) 
4. Share one significant contribution this nominee made while leading the organization. (250-word limit) 
5. Summarize this nominee's impact on your chapter and why they should be recognized as FSL President of the Year. (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below.  

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474638

Award Description 

The  FSL  Advisor of the Year  is awarded to an advisor who has gone above and beyond. Eligible advisors for this award include Chapter Alumni Advisor or a Faculty/Staff Advisor. This application must be completed by a current member of the chapter that is advised by this alumni/faculty/staff member. 

Award Prompt 

1. How long has this advisor served in this role with your chapter? 
2. Name three characteristics that best describe your advisor and why. (200-word limit)  
3. Explain why your advisor is a role model for your chapter. (200-word limit) 
4. List and describe the contributions your advisor has made to the organization and/or its members. (200-word limit) 
5. Why should this advisor be recognized as FSL Advisor of the Year? (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below.  

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474636

Award Description 

The Fraternity/Sorority of the Year award is presented to a fraternity and sorority that goes above and beyond in the areas of service, philanthropy, academic achievement, Greek unity, and development of student leaders.  

One application is allowed per chapter.    

Eligibility  

To be eligible, for consideration a chapter may not be on a probationary status and may not have more than 2 strikes on their Good Standing record for the current academicdemic year.  

Award Criteria 

1. Tell us about your chapter and your chapter’s mission/vision/goals. (200-word limit)  
2. Discuss one major community service or philanthropy event your chapter hosted in/participated in during the past academic year. How was the community or organization you served impacted? (200-word limit) 
3. Describe one major program or initiative that your organization executed to support members’ academic success over this past year. (200-word limit) 
4. Summarize how your organization has shown Greek Unity to other organizations of the FSL community. (200-word limit)
5. Share how your chapter members have been impacted by participation in any or all of the campus events listed below. (200-word limit) 
   1. UTEP’s Student Leadership Conference 
   2. Hazing Prevention Week 
   3. Alcohol Awareness Week 
   4. Greek Day of Service 
6. Discuss overall why your fraternity/sorority is the most outstanding fraternity/sorority on campus. (250-word limit) 

How to Apply  

1. Prepare your responses to the prompts above. Be mindful of the word limit for each prompt. 
2. When you are ready to submit you will copy/paste your answers into the MineTracker form using the link below.  

Application link: https://minetracker.utep.edu/submitter/form/start/474646