The Office of Alumni Relations and the Syracuse University Traditions Commission are seeking nominations of students for the 2011 Orange Spirit Award.
The student nominated for the award should exemplify the following qualities and characteristics: academic excellence, outstanding community service, outstanding service to the University, a commitment to the University’s mission to connect with the community, a genuine respect of University traditions and traditional programs and a commitment to solidify and enhance University traditions.
In addition, all nominees should have a minimum 3.0 grade point average, be nominated by a member of the SU community (no self-nominations), and be an active member of at least one campus organization.
Nomination forms are available at http://syr.edu/alumni/awards/orange-spirit-award.html. Additional supporting materials, while not required, are encouraged, including letters of recommendation or any materials that will be helpful to the committee in making its decision.
Materials should be sent to: Orange Spirit Committee, Office of Alumni Relations, 401 University Place Syracuse, N.Y. 13244, or faxed to (315) 443-5645. The deadline for nominations is Wednesday, March 9.
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