Resource Center : Jack Mangham Experiential Learning Award
Nominations Being Accepted for
2008-2009 Jack Mangham Experiential Learning Award
Sponsored by the GACE Experiential Learning Committee
The membership of the Georgia Association of Colleges and Employers is invited to nominate students who exemplify the characteristics of an outstanding student in experiential learning. These characteristics include excellent work habits, high academic performance, and good citizenship. Each school or employer may nominate one student per category (no more than four total). Winners will be announced at the annual GACE Conference.
CATEGORIES
One student will win in each of the following categories:
- Business
- Education
- Arts & Sciences
- Engineering/Technology
Each Experiential Learning Student of the Year will receive a gift and monetary award.
GUIDELINES FOR NOMINEES
- Enrollment in an institution of higher learning in Georgia.
- Participation in an experiential learning program such as cooperative education, internship, volunteerism, or apprenticeship during the 2006-07 academic year.
- Exemplary performance in academic, work and community settings.
NOMINATION PROCEDURE
The GACE member making the nomination is responsible for collecting and submitting the required materials by February 27, 2009 (see list below). Please send materials to:
Vicki Hardin (E-Mail)
University of West Georgia
SELECTION
A Selection Committee will select the four winners based on the criteria specified below.
| Academic Record |
25% |
School Transcript |
| Work Ethic |
25% |
Employer Evaluation(s) (Limit 1 per student) |
| Citizenship/Involvement |
15% |
List of Community/Campus Involvement or Extracurricular Activities |
| Nomination Form |
15% |
Completed Nomination Form from GACE Member |
| Student Essay |
20% |
Detailing their co-op/internship experience and how it helped them academically |
