CELEBRATE YOUR IMPACT

From the minute they arrive to the time they leave, students are making an impact on the Hays County community through service - and we want to recognize that! This award is designed to celebrate Bobcats who have demonstrated a commitment to community service throughout their college careers.

About the Champion of Service Award

The Champion of Service Award is a new recognition initiative that aims to highlight and celebrate students who have shown consistency and a dedication to engage with the local community through service, and have shown the ability to continue a legacy of service outside of Texas State University. With this initiative, our goals are the following:

  • Encourage meaningful engagement in the local community through impactful service
  • Highlight Texas State's commitment to graduating engaged, socially responsible citizens
  • Promote the practice of tracking community service hours through the Bobcat Organization Hub
  • Celebrate the impact our students are making throughout their time at Texas State

Distribution

The Champion of Service Award is distributed to eligible students based on a three-tiered system that defines the total amount of approved service hours submitted for review. Students who meet the minimum requirements based on a select tier will receive one of the following awards:

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  • Hours Required: 100-199 approved service hours

    Students who meet this tier are awarded a framed certificate signed by the Associate Director for Leadership & Service and the Coordinator for Community Service & Volunteer Programs. This certificate recognizes students who have made meaningful contributions through service, and are seen as changemakers at Texas State.

  • Hours Required: 200-299 approved service hours

    In Tier 2, Leadership & Service honors students who have made a substantial and noticeable impact on their communities through service. Recipients of this tier will be given an engraved plaque, representing students' dedication to service, civic engagement, and leadership throughout their time at Texas State. Recipients of this honor have not only served, but inspired others to do the same, exemplifying the heart of a Bobcat leader.

  • Hours Required: 300+ approved service hours

    Students who meet our highest tier showcase an exceptional dedication to leadership in service, making a lasting impact on the local and campus communities they are a part of. Recipients of this tier will receive a medallion that can be worn at graduation as a symbol of their commitment to serving and uplifting their community, while serving as a model to others of impactful leadership and lifelong service.

All recipients of the Champion of Service Award will be recognized on our website and communications, and at the Leadership & Service Awards in the Spring semester.

How to Apply

To receive a Champion of Service Award, students must complete the following:

  • Submit all completed service hours through the Bobcat Organization Hub for verification and approval. To learn how to submit hours as well as see examples of approvable service hours, visit Submit Volunteer Hours.
  • Complete an application to provide your contact information and a brief reflection about your experiences in community service.

After review and approval by our Leadership & Service team, award recipients will be invited to the Leadership & Service Awards where they will receive their award.

Students may only receive one award per cycle.