Each year, the center acknowledges as well as honors students, staff, faculty, and community members who have shown dedication to making a difference for the LGBTQ+ Community on and off campus.

Award nominations must be submitted before 5:00 pm April 18th for consideration.  Full award descriptions are below:

1. Student Leadership Award - Presented to an individual who has taken initiative to work towards a vision of creating positive changes on our campus. This award recognizes someone who has spearheaded projects on campus that benefit the campus community at St. Cloud State University as well as the greater St. Cloud community.

2. Faculty Leadership Award - This award is presented to the faculty, staff, or administrator who has gone beyond the requirements of their job to advance understanding of and/or improve climate on our campus for LGBTQ+ people. This may include the development of LGBT curriculum, volunteer service on committees or in the community, or work with students beyond the classroom.

3. Ally Award - Presented to an individual who has taken initiative to take a stand and speak out against issues of homophobia and transphobia.