Social Morale Committee

Offers the opportunity to recognize Student Life colleagues for going above and beyond in order to solve a problem, be of assistance, build community, or generally enhance the overall Lewis & Clark experience. Nominated by their peers, every month a colleague will be recognized and receive a gift card. Additionally, the winner will be considered for the annual Student Life Awards at the end of the year. Nominators should select one of the three annual awards that best aligns with their nomination rationale. Recognize someone via this form!

Frequency: Once a month

Schedule: Typically the 2nd week of the month

Engagement Level: Low - engage at your convenience from your office, within specified deadlines

Offers the opportunity to recognize Student Life programs or teams for going above and beyond, being of assistance, building community, or generally enhance the overall Lewis & Clark experience. Nominated by their peers, every month a program or team will be recognized. Additionally, the winners will be considered for the annual Student Life Team Award at the end of the year. Recognize programs/teams via this form!

Frequency: Once a month

Schedule: Typically the 1st or 2nd week of the month

Engagement Level: Low - engage at your convenience from your office, within specified deadlines

Each month, Student Life staff can participate in our Spotlight Challenge! Simply submit a photo and response to a fun, lighthearted, themed prompt. Submissions will be shared with the division, and staff will vote on their favorite entry. The individual with the most votes wins the challenge and a theme-related prize!

Frequency: Once a month

Schedule: Typically the 3rd or 4th week of the month

Engagement Level: Various - engage at your convenience from your office, within specified deadlines

Nov. 2025 Monthly Spotlight Challenge Winner: Wil Powell

Connect with fellow Student Life peers over a cup of coffee! We’ll have some prompt cards to get conversations flowing, but no more structure. Be in community, enjoy a cup of coffee, and catch up!

Frequency: Twice per semester

Schedule: Typically middle and end of the semester

Engagement Level: High - attend in-person for the full experience

Throughout the year, we’ll offer free tickets to local experiences you can enjoy with colleagues and family! These could include art shows, musical performances, sporting events, food tours, or other local happenings. Just enter the drawing for your chance to win.

Frequency: To be determined

Schedule: To be determined

Engagement Level: High - attend in-person for the full experience

A variety of socials or themed events focused on being in community, having fun, or supporting an L&C program. These could include happy hours, games, cheering on L&C student-athletes, attending a student theater performance, among others. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all upcoming organized socials.

Frequency: To be determined

Schedule: To be determined

Engagement Level: High - attend in-person for the full experience

The Student Life Shields are individually awarded each semester to staff members who demonstrate outstanding achievements, volunteerism, or performances beyond their regular job duties. Student Life deans and directors are invited to submit recommendations to the Vice President for Student Life (VPSL) for final selection.

Frequency: Twice, typically at the end of fall and spring semester

Schedule: December and May

Engagement Level: Various - be sure to share your achievements and involvement with your supervisor.

The Student Life Awards are annually presented to recognize staff for their hard work and dedication to the division mission and the student experience. The awards include: Rev. Mark Duntley Award, Team Award, Excellence in Innovation Award, Medallion Award, and the Partner Award.

Frequency: Once per academic year

Schedule: February through May

Engagement Level: Medium - keep track of peers you’d like to nominate