Award Categories
Dean's Citation
Awarded to graduating GS students who have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to outstanding leadership and service to the School of General Studies community throughout their academic tenure.
Honorary Owl Award
Awarded to a student at a Columbia school other than the School of General Studies who has made a contribution to the GS community through their leadership and service this academic year. Please carefully consider any undergraduate student in Barnard College, Columbia College, or Columbia Engineering, as well as any graduate student at Columbia.
Change Agent Award
Awarded to a select group of GS students who have made impactful contributions through their dedication to equity, inclusion, and social justice to the School of General Studies and Columbia University communities.
Spirit Award
Awarded to a select group of GS students who have made outstanding contributions through their dedication to leadership and service to the School of General Studies and the Columbia University communities.
Service Award
Awarded to GS students who have distinguished themselves this academic year with a dedication to service and leadership within the School of General Studies and/or Columbia University community.
