Social Action and Integrative Learning (SAIL) will host our Seeds of Change recognition event on Tuesday April 26th, 2022 from 1pm-3pm in the HUB Ballroom but will also be streamed virtually. This event celebrates and recognizes the impactful and incredible work seen in our community.

For information about the SAIL's Seeds of Change Recognition event, please visit our program page at https://sail.gmu.edu/program/seeds-of-change.

IMPORTANT NOTE: All nominations must be completed and submitted by March 21st, 2022.

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Seeds Of Change Awards

Community Engagement Medallion Recognition (For Graduating Seniors) - NOTE: This award requires a separate application.

The Community Engagement Medallion was established to honor graduates who have excelled in their commitment to the community through activities such as service-learning, volunteerism, community/social issue advocacy, community work-study, and political engagement.

Community Engagement Medallion Application Link: https://forms.gle/jxjCxi4fU56RbNir5 
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Active Citizen Award (For Non-senior)

This award is for students who have made a significant contribution to the Mason community. An Active Citizen is a citizen of the world, they are individuals who prioritize the community in their values and life choices. They don’t have to take action on every social issue, but rather, see the world through that lens. They take action on issues that matter to them and their communities.

"If a student is educated about the social issues we face, and gets to know the individuals for whom those issues are a reality and if they reflect on how that knowledge and those experiences inform their values and life choices, they'll be changed forever." Active Citizenship according to Breakaway.
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Dr. Julie Owen Award (For Graduate students)

This award honors Dr. Julie Owen, a faculty member here at George Mason University who has been a fierce advocate, supporter, and champion of community engagement here at Mason and beyond. Julie has been a voice for graduate students serving as a mentor, guide, and connector aiding in their personal and professional growth. This award recognizes the outstanding contributions of graduate students engaged in their community.

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Exemplary Community Partner Award (For Community Partners)

The Exemplary Community Partner Award exists to recognize and celebrate partner organizations who not only are doing great work for their community but are also undertaking additional efforts to serve as partners in education, working with Mason students at their organization.

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Outstanding Faculty/Staff Award (For Faculty & Staff)

This award recognizes University Staff and Faculty who have been exceptional leaders in the areas of community-based learning, scholarship, and service. Recipients who have made a significant contribution to Mason's culture of community engagement and strengthening our commitment to the communities we serve.

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Outstanding Partnership/Collaboration/Project

As part of our mission for SAIL, true positive change and engagement require collaborations between partners, students, and faculty/staff. We want to honor the outstanding partnerships both on campus and off. Identifying projects or collaborations in partnership with the community and focusing on working with the community and not to the community.