Student Life Impact Awards
The Student Life Impact Awards have been established by the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Life in order to honor, recognize, and engage exceptionally accomplished alumni and friends of Student Life at Purdue. Student Life is accepting nominations for four awards.
Awards and Criteria
See below for information on the Student Life Impact Awards and criteria.
Student Life Service Award
The Student Life Service Award is for Purdue alumni who have demonstrated a commitment to their community through the development of or significant contributions to private or public programs that improve or enhance the quality of life for individuals, families and communities. Letters of nomination should address how the nominee has made significant contributions to their community, and their contributions or involvement with a Student Life area or other areas at the University.
Student Life Award for Outstanding Leadership
The Student Life Award for Outstanding Leadership is for Purdue alumni who have exceptional careers and shown long-term leadership within their chosen profession, or have shown noteworthy professional accomplishments that reflect favorably on their profession, the University and society. Letters of nomination should address significant career accomplishments, such as results and impact of programs launched through the nominee's efforts; how the nominee has displayed leadership within their chosen profession; the noteworthy contributions that makes them worthy of this award; and their contributions or involvement with a Student Life area or areas at Purdue University.
Bob L. and Joyce Beery Miles Student Life Mentor Award
Bob L. and Joyce Beery Miles Student Life Mentor Award winners can include non-alumni. The Bob L. and Joyce Beery Miles Student Life Mentor Award.” honors and promotes the considerable efforts and accomplishments of individuals who consistently serve as effective mentors for students in areas within the Division of Student Life at Purdue.
Student Life Young Alumni Award
The Student Life Young Alumni Award is for Purdue alumni 35 or younger who have shown outstanding career development, either through traditional channels or innovative approaches. Letters of nomination should address how the nominee has shown support for their profession; involvement in professional organizations, college alumni association or community activities; and any continued involvement with Student Life since graduating.
View Student Life's 2023 Impact Award recipients
Nomination Information
All nominees for each award (except the Mentor Award) must hold a Purdue degree and/or have been engaged in a Student Life organization or activity while at Purdue. A completed nomination must include:
- Complete Impact Awards Online Submission Form
- See an example of our nomination rubric
- A current nominee's resume, link to professional profile on LinkedIn or CV (not to exceed four pages)
- A letter of nomination that addresses the award criteria
Please note: Nominations that do not contain all three pieces will not be considered.
Deadlines and Submission
Nominations for the 2024 awards are due by February 22, 2024 at midnight, EST.
Award nominations should be submitted via the Impact Awards Online Submission Form. If you have questions regarding submission, please contact Melissa Evens at mevens@purdue.edu.