It’s that time of year again for the nominations for the Big 3 Awards, and this year we’ve revamped the 3 awards! Please look over the criteria below, and take the time to nominate students for them.

The nomination form can be found here. Deadline for nominations is Monday, March 31. Winners will be announced at Honors Night, April 24 in Cartersville.

Dean of Students’ Award: recognizes a student who has shown a high degree of managerial, motivational, and leadership ability in an elected or appointed position within the College. The selection committee will consider the following qualities and skills: 1. Motivates others, understands strengths and encourages the use of those strengths; 2. Formulates action plans, initiates and completes projects to achieve group goals; 3. Effective communication skills; 4. Places confidence in others for the mutual benefit of the group.

Provosts’ Award: recognizes a student who shown a high degree of academic achievement while maintaining active participation in co-curricular and academic activities. The selection committee will consider the following qualities and skills: 1. High GPA with at least 2 completed semesters, 2. Dedication to their intended pathways by pursuing opportunities outside the classroom 3. Highly respected by faculty members.

President’s Award: recognizes a student for demonstrating a continuing support and regard for GHC and its surrounding communities. The selection committee will consider the following characteristics: 1. Shown exemplary dedication to campus and community service projects through participation in charity and philanthropic events throughout the year, both on campus and in surrounding communities; 2. An active participant in College organizations and activities, not necessarily in an elected or appointed position; 3. Consistent concern for fellow students and the world around them; 4. Demonstrated a cooperative and compassionate attitude with fellow students, faculty and staff.