The RMIT Student Award for Excellence in Sustainability is a prestigious accolade presented to RMIT students who have exhibited exceptional imagination, courage, passion, and impact in the field of sustainability.
This award recognises the outstanding contributions and achievements of individuals who have demonstrated RMIT core values, while also highlighting the potential to create a significant impact on a local or global scale through projects that demonstrate sustainable initiatives, advocacy, and actions.
The Student Award for Excellence in Sustainability celebrates and encourages students who are driving positive change toward a more sustainable and environmentally responsible future. It acknowledges their dedication to sustainability and their potential to be future leaders in this critical field.
The Student Award for Excellence in Sustainability not only provides recognition for the recipient's outstanding efforts but also offers several benefits:
The recipient will receive an official trophy and certificate recognising their achievement.
The award recipient will be publicly recognised through university communications, including newsletters, websites, and social media.
The award can enhance the recipient's resumé and career prospects, demonstrating their commitment to sustainability and leadership skills.
The recipient may have the chance to connect with sustainability professionals, faculty, and alumni, opening doors to valuable networking opportunities.
The award serves as an inspiration to other students, encouraging them to get involved in sustainability initiatives and make a positive impact.
To be eligible for the Student Award for Excellence in Sustainability, candidates and projects must meet the following criteria:
Candidates, or educators, need to submit the projects via the SharePoint link below, with a 400-word short essay on describing the projects and how they exemplifies the 4 criteria/RMIT core value (passion, courage, imagination and impact), along with the grades received (if available).
Submission deadline: 5pm, 21 February 2024 (Wednesday).
The nomination and selection process for the Student Award for Excellence in Sustainability includes the following steps:
For more information, please contact Dr Rachel Jahja at rachel.jahja@rmit.edu.vn