Student Employee and Supervisor of the Year

The Overall Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year Award recognizes a student who consistently goes above and beyond their job responsibilities, making a lasting impact on their department, the university, or the broader community. Nominees should show clear growth in career readiness skills, take initiative in learning and applying new abilities, and demonstrate exceptional contributions that elevate their workplace. This award honors well-rounded students who lead by example and make meaningful contributions through their work.

The Overall Graduate Student Employee of the Year Award recognizes a student who consistently goes above and beyond their job responsibilities, making a lasting impact on their department, the university, or the broader community. Nominees should show clear growth in career readiness skills, take initiative in learning and applying new abilities, and demonstrate exceptional contributions that elevate their workplace. This award honors well-rounded students who lead by example and make meaningful contributions through their work.

The Student Employee of the Year Community Service Award recognizes student employees who demonstrate a strong and sustained commitment to serving the ASU community and others through volunteerism, outreach, or community-based projects. Nominees should go beyond their job responsibilities to make a meaningful impact on their campus or local community, showing initiative, collaboration, and a clear dedication to helping others. Ideal candidates are those whose service efforts have had a broad and lasting effect.

Student Employee of the Year Leadership Award recognizes student employees who lead with integrity, initiative, and a commitment to supporting others. Nominees should inspire their peers, take the lead in workplace projects, and actively mentor or train fellow student employees. This award is for students who go beyond their job description to create a positive and collaborative work environment.

Student Employee of the Year Technology and Innovation Award recognizes student employees who use creative thinking and tech-savvy approaches to improve their work. Nominees should demonstrate how they've enhanced efficiency, supported decision-making through technology, or introduced new and effective ideas. Ideal candidates are those who go beyond routine tasks to find smarter, better ways to get things done.

This award recognizes a supervisor who goes above and beyond in supporting the growth, success, and well-being of their student employees. Nominees should foster strong, respectful relationships with their student employees, actively contribute to their career readiness, and help them build confidence in connecting their on-the-job experiences to future goals. Ideal candidates create a workplace where learning is intentional, feedback is developmental, and students feel supported in growing both personally and professionally.