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| James B.
Allen Award |
The late Honorable James B. Allen, United States
Senator from Alabama, presented to the college a large silver
cup to be engraved each year with the name of an outstanding student.
The student is chosen by a faculty committee appointed by the
President. The committee selects the student on the basis of "character,
leadership, scholarship, citizenship, and sportsmanship (not necessarily
athletic)." At the spring graduation ceremony, the outstanding
student is recognized and presented the award.
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| Athletic
Awards |
Athletic awards are given at the annual Athletic
Banquet. Students earning school letters receive the award at
this time. The awards may consist of a letter for freshmen and
a plaque for sophomores.
The criteria for awarding letters is determined
by the Letterman's Club with assistance from the coaches and the
Dean of Students. All players, as well as managers and cheerleaders,
are eligible to receive letters. Trophies denoting individual
excellence are given in all sports.
An Academic Award in each sport is presented
to the athlete who has the highest cumulative average after two
semesters of participation.
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| All-State Academic Team |
All-State Academic Team nominations are made annually in conjunction
with the selection of the All-USA Academic Team. Southern Union
shall nominate up to six students to participate in this competition.
The purpose of this program is to provide statewide recognition
to outstanding two-year college students based on academic and
leadership performance.
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| Who's Who
Among Students in American Junior Colleges |
Who's Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges
is a designation by a national organization to recognize outstanding
college students. Selection for Who's Who is made by a faculty
committee that is appointed by the Dean of Students. Criteria
for selection include academic achievement and potential, contributions
to the community at large, and promise of future usefulness as
a citizen.
All-State Academic Team - All-State Academic Team nominations
are made annually in conjunction with the selection of the All-USA
Academic Team. Southern Union shall nominate up to six students
to participate in this competition. The purpose of this program
is to provide statewide recognition to outstanding two-year college
students based on academic and leadership performance.
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| Most
Outstanding Students |
Three students, one each from the academic, technical,
and health science divisions, are chosen annually and recognized
at the spring graduation for their demonstrated academic record
and leadership skills.
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| Ms.
Homecoming |
A woman student is selected by popular vote of
the student population to receive this honor at the annual homecoming
basketball game. Requirements for selection are specified in the
SGA Constitution.
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| Editor
of The Southerner |
This position is a working honor requiring organizational
skill, dedication, and leadership. The editor is selected by the
Dean of Students and the advisor to the publication.
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| Southern
Union Ambassadors |
Southern Union Ambassadors serve as the official
host and hostess group for various activities on campus including
orientation, registration, recruitment days, tutorial sessions,
academic tournaments, and graduation. Southern Union Ambassadors
represent the top students at Southern Union. Students apply for
consideration through the Associate Dean of Student Development.
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