This award recognizes the accomplishments of a faculty member, student, and community organization.

Faculty member
Faculty members nominated for this award must teach a CommunityEngagement@Wayne recognized service-learning course in the calendar year the award is given. The faculty member must be committed to expanding service-learning on campus and demonstrate that commitment by advancing community-based learning through scholarship related activities. The nominated faculty member must be actively engaged in and possess knowledge about local community issues. The faculty member must demonstrate a commitment to community engagement. 

Student
Students nominated for this award must have taken a CommunityEngagement@Wayne recognized service-learning class or implement an undergraduate research project in the community during the calendar year the award is given.  The student must demonstrate a commitment to community engagement and be actively involved in and knowledgeable about local community issues.  A paper, essay, or journal describing the student’s experience must be submitted with the nomination.