Student Leadership awards are granted to graduating students in recognition of their outstanding contributions to campus life. It is the commitment of students and the exemplary leadership they demonstrate that has helped Durham College build the strong reputation we have today.
Leadership points are used to determine students' eligibility in receiving Student Leadership awards. Students can earn leadership points when participating in activities that encompass a leadership role. Points are pre-assigned to activities based on a set criteria and are awarded when added to a co-curricular record. A list of leadership point criteria is available for students to review on the Co-curricular Recognition program portal.
The Co-curricular Recognition program portal determines if you are eligible for an award, eliminating the need to apply for the:
- Durham College Student Leadership award; and
- President's Award of Excellence in Student Leadership.
Durham College Student Leadership award
To receive the Student Leadership award you must be a graduating student who:
- Consistently demonstrates leadership abilities; and
- Has accumulated the minimum total of leadership points.
Award recipients will receive a certificate to acknowledge their contributions to Durham College.
The minimum total of leadership points required to receive a Student Leadership award are:
- One-year certificate - two points;
- Two-year diploma - four points; and
- Three-year diploma - six points.
President's Award of Excellence in Student Leadership
The President's Award of Excellence in Student Leadership recognizes one graduating student each academic year. Recipients of this award will receive an:
- Honorarium; and
- Certificate signed by Durham College's president.
The top five students who have accumulated the most leadership points will be considered for the President's Award of Excellence in Student Leadership. The Co-curricular Recognition Council will determine the recipient of the award based on:
- Eligibility for President's Award of Excellence in Student Leadership;
- Significant leadership contributions to the campus with considerable impact for students;
- Consistently demonstrating behaviour congruent with the values of Durham College; and
- An interview with the Co-curricular Recognition Council, if required.
Doris and Gordon Willey Founder's Cup for Excellence
Since 1999 the Doris and Gordon Willey Founder's Cup for Excellence has been granted to students in the memory of Dr. Gordon E. Willey, the college's founding president. The award is offered to the Durham College student who best demonstrates:
- Scholarship;
- Leadership;
- Integrity; and
- Involvement in college affairs.
These attributes reflect the concepts of Dr. Willey's original college motto - excellence through perseverance.
The founder's cup consists of the following:
- Recipient's name inscribed on award cup which is permanently displayed within the college;
- A replica cup presented to the recipient;
- An honorarium; and
- Acknowledgment of the award on the recipient's co-curricular record.
To apply for this award you must submit the following:
- A copy of your most current grade report;
- A copy of your co-curricular record;
- Letters of recommendation from members of the community for distinguished behaviour that has assisted others or added extra value to the academic or personal experience of others; and
- A one-page essay outlining how you have demonstrated the values of Durham College.
The award recipient will be determined by the Co-curricular Recognition Council based on:
- Ability to maintain a good academic standing;
- Eligibility for the President's Award of Excellence in Student Leadership;
- Demonstration of community citizenship; and
- Exemplification of Durham College's values.
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