Student Activities
Annual recognition and leadership banquet
The Annual Recognition and Leadership Banquet is held at the end of each spring semester. Learn more about the awards below!
Spring 2021 Banquet date available in January 2021.
Advisor of the Year
The Advisor of the Year Award is given to a full-time faculty or staff member who has served a registered student organization for the entire academic year in a supportive and positive manner.
Previous Year’s Winners:
- 2020 – Dr. Eduard Arriaga (Student Organization of Latinos)
- 2019 – D’ana Downing (Black Student Association)
- 2018 – Jeffrey Barnes (UIndy PRIDE)
Student Organization of the Year
The Student Organization of the Year Award is presented to a registered student organization that has exceeded the expectations inherent in their stated purpose and function through membership, philanthropy efforts, and/or event planning.
Previous Year’s Award Winners:
- 2020 – UIndy Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America
- 2019 – UIndy Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America
- 2018 – Crimsonettes Dance Team
Edgies: Student Employees of the Year
The Student Employees of the Year go above and beyond to provide amazing service and support within their position on UIndy’s campus.
Previous Year’s Award Winners:
- 2020 – Brayton Lipperd, Anna Miller, Edda Skorikc, Lauren Wilkinson
Emerging Leaders of the Year
The Emerging Leader Award will be given to an individual (or individuals) in their first or second year at UIndy. The person(s) selected will best exemplify student leadership through the impact they have made in their various roles and the UIndy community.
Previous Year’s Award Winners:
- 2020 – Mary Nahlen, Christian Thomas
- 2019 – Craig Chigadza
- 2018 – Brad Moon
Grady's Gratitude Award
Grady joined the UIndy family on November 20, 2019. He wants to recognize a fellow Greyhound for everything they have done to make his new home a special place. Grady’s Gratitude Award will be given to a student whose actions will make a lasting impact on our campus community and help enhance the UIndy experience for future Greyhounds.
Previous Year’s Award Winners:
- 2020 – Jennifer Ruiz, Hannah White
Bridge Scholars Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement
Recipients of this award have been selected based on the strength of their overall academic record and their participation in the Bridge Scholars Program.
Previous Year’s Award Winners:
- 2020 – Sarah Beckwith, Justin Huey
Mindy Owens Outstanding Junior Award
The Mindy Owens Outstanding Junior Leadership Award has been created to commemorate the achievements and impact of a former student at the University of Indianapolis. Mindy Owens served as an inspiration to students, faculty, and staff. She was a music major that found a way to put a positive spin on battling cancer while at UIndy. Mindy was always upbeat, optimistic, an incredible example for everyone she encountered. She received honors from the Indiana State Legislature, recognizing perseverance in continuing her studies. This award is given each year in honor of Mindy Owens, for her spirit and dedication to the University.
Previous Year’s Award Winners:
- 2020 – Sydney Perry, Devin Jaremczuk, Ally Nickerson, Lauren Bailey, Amy Doren, Kira Krause, Craig Chigadza
- 2019 – Brianna Aragon, Jaliah Blakley, Brittany Lake, Deah Long, Brad Moon, Deshon Riley, Neicey Ross, Jamarcus Walker, Karlee Taylor, Hannah White
- 2018 – Natalie Benson, Taylor Carpenter, Nikolaus Clark, Grace Kinsey, Erin Pool, Sydney Reynolds, Zechariah Saenz
Ron Strain Outstanding Senior Leader Award
The Outstanding Senior Leader Awards were developed to recognize the namesake of the Honor College’s, Ron Strain, to commemorate his achievements and contributions to the University. He met his wife Laura while students at UIndy and he served on the Board of Trustees for three years. During his career, he served as treasurer and vice president with Miller Brewing Company In Milwaukee. Ron, who passed away in 2015, exemplified the UIndy experience, using his education as a foundation for success as a business and community leaders. We remember him today by granting this award in his name.
Previous Year’s Award Winners:
- 2020 – Karlee Taylor, Brianna Aragon, Brad Moon, Cassandra Lombardo, Jailah Blakely, Brayton Lipperd, David Hardey, Taylor Lahrman, Hannah White, Deshon Riley, Jasmine Coe
- 2019 – Natalie Benson, Zoe Berg, Taylor Carpenter, Kacie Johnson, Adam Lutgring, Corey Nack, Erin Pool, Johana Rosendo Guerrero, Yolanda Vidal, Kara Wagoner
- 2018 – Lauren Bryant, Schuylar Casto, Stephen Cox, Jabree Bond-Flournoy, Caleb Gabler, Nehal Gajjar, Emily Hiland-Freck, Juliana Rohrmoser, Emily Sands, Molly Wolfe
Residence Life Awards
The following awards are presented to students who show leadership within the residence halls each year.
Apartment Community Assistant of the Year – This award is selected by peers and professional staff to acknowledge the individual who most embodies the successful efforts of student staff leader in Residence Life here at UIndy.
Resident Assistant of the Year – Awarded annually to the Resident Assistant, selected by their peers and professional staff, as the individual who most embodies the successful efforts of student staff leader in Residence Life here at UIndy.
Living Area of the Year – This award acknowledges the residential community with the highest level of student engagement and has demonstrated the ability to create a supportive and transformational residential experience.
Peer Mentor of the Year – Awarded to acknowledge the individual with a great amount of academic support to residential students.
Living-Learning Community Awards – A variety of awards to honor student leaders who have created an impactful experience for students who reside in a LLC.