Every university has an award they bestow on the most deserving students. Awards that evoke the prestige and virtue reminiscent of a university's mission and goals. At Oakland University, those awards are the
Matilda R. and Alfred G. Wilson Award and the
Human Relations Award. Read on to learn more about these most prestigious awards and how you can nominate yourself or someone else.
Did you know?
The university marshal is a member of the awards selection committee. This largely ceremonial role assists with official functions at the university. OU students will see the marshal lead the processional and recessional during commencement ceremonies. Winners will be publicly recognized during the April 2014 commencement ceremony.
Take a look
Check out our
photo slideshow of past award winners. Envision yourself among the elite group of students who win and attend the formal dinner with Dr. Russi, Dr. Susan Awbrey and Dr. Mary Beth Snyder at the exquisite
Meadow Brook Hall. You can also view a
complete list of award recipients.
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Created in 1965, the Wilson Awards recognize one female and one male graduating senior who have contributed as scholars, leaders, and responsible citizens to the OU community. To date, 49 males and 49 females have received this highly coveted honor.
The Human Relations Award was established in 1986 and recognizes a graduating senior who has made an outstanding contribution to intergroup understanding and conflict resolution at OU. This award has been given to 25 students.
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Wilson Awards:
- strong academic record of 3.5 or higher
- graduating seniors in winter 2014 or students who graduated in summer or fall 2013 may apply
Human Relations Award:
- minimum 2.5 GPA
- demonstrate service to the community
- graduating seniors in winter 2014 or students who graduated in summer or fall 2013 may apply
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Know someone who exemplifies the qualities and characteristics that these awards represent? If so, please print out and complete a nomination form.
You can also use the forms to self-nominate.
Please follow the instructions on each form and send in all nominations by:
Monday, February 10, 2014.
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If you have any questions about these awards, please contact the Dean of Students Office at (248) 370-3352.