Overview: This award is for a Lead School Rep who has excelled in their role. A great leader with a clear vision, this student will have supported and inspired others, paving the way for positive changes. The winner of this award will have good networking and communication skills, the ability to balance the interests of all stakeholders and real dedication to representing the student voice at School-level.
Eligibility: Lead School Reps only (all Schools).
Nominees could include: LSRs who have implemented impactful sustainability/EDI projects, innovative feedback mechanisms or creative collaborations.

Overview: This award is for a Student Rep who is dedicated to representing their fellow students and who goes above and beyond to do so. Committed to finding innovative and sustainable solutions, this student will have engaged with relevant meetings and maintained contact with their peers, academic staff and The Students’ Union. The winner of this award will have made significant contributions to implementing impactful changes in a positive and professional manner.
Eligibility: Undergraduate and Postgraduate Student Reps.
Nominees could include: Student Reps who are visible and well-known on their course, those who have built strong partnerships between staff and students, or have raised feedback which has led to positive, impactful results.

Overview: This award celebrates a student who has championed inclusivity and equal opportunities for all. A dedicated advocate for equality, diversity, and inclusivity, this student will have raised awareness and fostered a sense of belonging by helping others to understand and celebrate our unique differences. The winner of this award will also demonstrate a strong commitment to the wellbeing of their peers, going above and beyond to push for positive change and ensure that everyone is represented and included at UWE Bristol.
Eligibility: All students.
Nominees could include: Those who have challenged perceptions, pushed for diversity, spoken up for minoritised groups or brought valuable parts of themselves and/or their culture to the student experience.

Overview: This award celebrates a student who has made a significant positive environmental impact within the UWE Bristol community. A green leader who is full of eco-friendly ideas, this student isn’t afraid to tackle the big issues and has inspired others to make a difference – either through ongoing initiatives or impactful one-off events. The winner of this award will have actively worked to promote the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and generate awareness and action within the student community.
Eligibility: All students.
Nominees could include: Green Team members, activists, boundary-pushers, eco innovators and any student who has been actively involved in helping UWE Bristol or The Students’ Union to achieve their sustainability goals.

Overview: This award celebrates a student who has made an outstanding contribution to their student community. Passionate about bringing people together and helping others to feel at home on campus, this student will have had a positive impact on their peers, either across the academic year or through a one-off event or activity. The winner of this award will be a supportive, empowering individual who has driven change in creative and fun ways.
Eligibility: All students.
Nominations could include: Students who are part of a recognised group, student staff members, community assistants and student trustees, as well as students who are not connected to The Students’ Union.

Overview: This award is for a student who has succeeded in their academic studies in the face of personal challenges. Embodying strength, resilience and perseverance, this student has overcome adversities and yet shown dedication to achieving on their Programme. The winner of this award will be a true inspiration to others and a clear example that anything is possible.
Eligibility: All students.
Nominees could include: International students, mature students, disabled students, student parents, student carers, those in receipt of support from UWE Cares, as well as any other student that The Vice Chancellor feels is an example of what success through hard work and determination can look like.