The Office of Student Involvement at DePaul University takes pride in recognizing outstanding leadership through the Excellence in Leadership Awards, an annual event held during the Spring quarter. This ceremony provides a platform for students, student organizations, and advisors to be acknowledged for their exceptional contributions to the university community. Nominations are solicited, and nominees are subsequently invited to apply for the awards. Expert committees meticulously review the applications, considering factors such as accomplishments and accolades, to select deserving recipients. Categories for awards span a diverse range, including Staff Advisor of the Year, Outstanding Senior, Blue Demon Spirit Award, Best On-Campus Event, Student Organization of the Year, and Fraternity and Sorority Life Chapter of the Year. By celebrating exemplary leadership, these awards inspire and empower individuals to continue making meaningful impacts within the DePaul community. For further inquiries, individuals can direct their questions to studentorgs@depaul.edu.
ELAs Timeline
Nominations open in early March and close in late March
Applications for ELAs open in early March and close the first week of April
Ceremony takes place the last week of May