Purpose: To recognize new members in the Greek community who represent their chapter and/or the Michigan Tech Greek community through the values of Scholarship, Service, Leadership and Community. This person understands what being Greek truly means.


Award Eligibility:
1. Applicant must be in good standing (academic and conduct) with their chapter and Michigan Technological University.
2. Applicant must have been a new member of an Interfraternity Council chapter during the Spring 2022 or Fall 2022 semester.
3. Applicant must have been enrolled at Michigan Technological University as a full-time student during Spring 2022 and Fall 2022.  
4. A chapter may nominate only ONE of its own members, but may nominate as many non-members as they see fit.


Award Criteria:
Expectations for the Outstanding New Member of the Year are listed below.  Individuals considered should meet MOST of the following:
• Has held an active role in their organization (either during the new member process or as an active)
• High Scholastic Achievement
• Has gone above and beyond the responsibilities of new member role
• Has made an effort to make contacts with other new Greek members
• Understand the benefits of being a values-based Greek member