Nominate an OHIO student or student organization for a Leadership Award

A group of OHIO students stands together and holds their award at the 2025 Leadership Awards event

Rich-Joseph Facun

�� is now accepting nominations and applications for the 43rd Annual Leadership Awards.

This event, a long-standing tradition established in 1984 and now organized by the Division of Student Affairs, celebrates the exceptional contributions of students and student organizations. The awards highlight service, outstanding leadership and contributions to the OHIO and local communities from student organizations.

Nominations can be submitted by anyone, including students, faculty, family and community members, until the deadline of Jan. 13, 2026. Awards are open to all OHIO students regardless of campus. Your nomination will be shared with the student or student organization.

New awards added this year include Leadership in Communication, Professionalism, Technology and Teamwork Awards as well as Make Respect Visible Awards.

Awards are open to all OHIO students, but applicants should be sure to review the award criteria specific to any awards they are applying for. Students and student organizations can apply for as many awards as they resonate with through a single application form.

The awards ceremony will take place April 8, 2026, with finalists and winners being honored for their dedication to the OHIO community. All are welcome to attend the celebration, though RSVPs will be required.

Visit the awards website to learn more about the Leadership Awards.