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NUS Achievement Awards (NAA)

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Community Impact (Distinction)

The Community Impact (Distinction) is awarded to exceptional projects that have made a significant impact within and out of NUS in the following fields: community service (local and/or overseas), social integration, sustainability, health and well-being, and the promotion of arts or sports.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Event management Assessment and articulation of short-term and projected long-term positive impact on community served
Collaboration Utilisation of assessment framework in achieving project objectives
Goal setting Interpersonal interaction and direct communication with outreach community
Reflection Planning, marketing, execution and sustainability of project
Interpersonal skills Reflection on project impact on project organisers and participants
Framework setting  
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Community Impact (Merit)

The Community Impact (Merit) is awarded to projects that have made a positive impact within and out of NUS in the following fields: community service (local and/or overseas), social integration, sustainability, health and well-being, and the promotion of arts or sports.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Event management Assessment and articulation positive impact on community served
Goal setting Development and achievement of project objectives, backed up by online or ground researching findings highlighting project value
Reflection  
Interpersonal skills  
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Community Impact (Commendation)

The Community Impact (Commendation) is awarded to projects that have met their project goals and contributed positively to the NUS community in the following fields: community service (local and/or overseas), social integration, sustainability, health and well-being, and the promotion of arts or sports.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Event management Articulation of positive impact on community served
Goal setting Development and achievement of project objectives
Reflection Interaction and communication with outreach community
Interpersonal skills Planning, marketing and execution of project
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Leadership (Distinction)

The Leadership (Distinction) is awarded to individuals who have significantly enhanced student life through exemplary leadership qualities and the full embodiment of the core values of NUS: Innovation, Resilience, Excellence, Respect and Integrity.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Resourcefulness Hold a key leadership position in a student organisation or lead a project team
Adaptability Organisation and delegation of projects and tasks based on respective strengths of teammates
Strategic thinking Ability to inspire and motivate teammates
Interpersonal skills Creation of an inclusive culture where teammates feel valued and supported
Problem solving skills Identification of areas of improvement/ gaps and the needed resources to address them
Team management Demonstration of ability to problem solve and adapt to challenging situations and effectively manage change
Organisational skills Ability to lead by example and serve as a role model to peers.
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Leadership (Merit)

The Leadership (Merit) is awarded to individuals who have enhanced student life through effective leadership and the embodiment of the core values of NUS: Innovation, Resilience, Excellence, Respect and Integrity.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Resourcefulness Hold a key leadership position in a student organisation or lead a project team
Adaptability Organisation and delegation of projects and tasks
Future-focused thinking Creation of supportive and collaborative team culture
Interpersonal skills Demonstration of ability to problem solve and adapt and manage change
Problem solving skills Ability to lead by example and serve as a role model to peers.
Team management  
Organisational skills  
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Leadership (Commendation)

The Leadership (Commendation) is awarded to individuals who have contributed to the betterment of student life through demonstration of key leadership qualities and the embodiment of some of the core values of NUS: Innovation, Resilience, Excellence, Respect and Integrity.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Organisational skills Hold a key leadership position in a student organisation or lead a project team
Interpersonal skills Organisation and delegation of projects and tasks
Problem solving skills Creation of positive team culture
Team management Demonstration of ability to problem solve and adapt and manage change
  Ability to lead by example and serve as a role model to peers.
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Sports Team of the Year (Events) (Distinction)

The Sports Team of the Year Award (Events) (Distinction) recognises varsity sports events teams that demonstrated exceptional performance and achievement in representing NUS in competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent outstanding sporting achievements (i.e. top 3) in tertiary, national, international competitions or equivalent
Resilience Displayed exemplary sportsmanship, conduct and team spirit
Commitment Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Specialised expertise  
Teamwork  
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Sports Team of the Year (Events) (Merit)

The Sports Team of the Year Award (Events) (Merit) recognises varsity teams that demonstrated high performance and achievement in representing NUS in competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent high level of sporting achievements (i.e. top 3) in tertiary, national, international competitions or equivalent
Resilience Displayed excellent sportsmanship, conduct and team spirit
Commitment Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Specialised expertise  
Teamwork  
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Sports Team of the Year (Events) (Commendation)

The Sports Team of the Year Award (Events) (Commendation) recognises varsity teams that demonstrated commendable performance and achievement in representing NUS in competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent commendable sporting achievements in tertiary, national, international competitions or equivalent
Resilience Displayed commendable sportsmanship, conduct and team spirit
Commitment Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Specialised expertise  
Teamwork  
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Sports Team of the Year (Individual Sports) (Distinction)

The Sports Team of the Year Award (Individual Sports) (Distinction) recognises varsity individual sports teams that demonstrated exceptional performance and achievement in representing NUS in competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent outstanding sporting achievements (i.e. top 3) in tertiary, national, international competitions or equivalent
Resilience Displayed exemplary sportsmanship, conduct and team spirit
Commitment Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Specialised expertise  
   
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Sports Team of the Year (Individual Sports) (Merit)

The Sports Team of the Year Award (Individual Sports) (Merit) recognises varsity individual sports teams that demonstrated high performance and achievement in representing NUS in competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent high level of sporting achievements (i.e. top 3) in tertiary, national, international competitions or equivalent
Resilience Displayed excellent sportsmanship, conduct and team spirit
Commitment Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Specialised expertise  
   
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Sports Team of the Year (Individual Sports) (Commendation)

The Sports Team of the Year Award (Individual Sports) (Commendation) recognises varsity individual sports teams that demonstrated commendable performance and achievement in representing NUS in competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent commendable sporting achievements in tertiary, national, international competitions or equivalent
Resilience Displayed commendable sportsmanship, conduct and team spirit
Commitment Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Specialised expertise  
   
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Sports Team of the Year (Team Sports) (Distinction)

The Sports Team of the Year Award (Team Sports) (Distinction) recognises varsity team sports teams that demonstrated exceptional performance and achievement in representing NUS in competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent outstanding sporting achievements (i.e. top 3) in tertiary, national, international competitions or equivalent
Resilience Displayed exemplary sportsmanship, conduct and team spirit
Commitment Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Specialised expertise  
Teamwork  
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Sports Team of the Year (Team Sports) (Merit)

The Sports Team of the Year Award (Team Sports) (Merit) recognises varsity team sports teams that demonstrated high performance and achievement in representing NUS in competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent high level of sporting achievements (i.e. top 3) in tertiary, national, international competitions or equivalent
Resilience Displayed excellent sportsmanship, conduct and team spirit
Commitment Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Specialised expertise  
Teamwork  
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Sports Team of the Year (Team Sports) (Commendation)

The Sports Team of the Year Award (Team Sports) (Commendation) recognises varsity team sports teams that demonstrated commendable performance and achievement in representing NUS in competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent commendable sporting achievements in tertiary, national, international competitions or equivalent
Resilience Displayed commendable sportsmanship, conduct and team spirit
Commitment Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Specialised expertise  
Teamwork  
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Sportsman of the Year (Distinction)

The Sportsman of the Year Award (Distinction) recognises male student athletes who demonstrated exceptional commitment and contributions in bringing glory to NUS in their respective sports. Individuals may be part of a team.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent outstanding sporting achievements
Resilience Instrumental in the team’s achievements (for team athletes)
Commitment Exemplary sportsmanship and conduct
Specialised expertise Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Teamwork *Individuals who have taken on leadership roles and have performed well in them receive additional consideration.
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Sportsman of the Year (Merit)

The Sportsman of the Year Award (Merit) recognises male student athletes who demonstrated excellent commitment and contributions in bringing glory to NUS in their respective sports. Individuals may be part of a team.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent excellent sporting achievements
Resilience Instrumental in the team’s achievements (for team athletes)
Commitment Excellent sportsmanship and conduct
Specialised expertise Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Teamwork *Individuals who have taken on leadership roles and have performed well in them receive additional consideration.
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Sportsman of the Year (Commendation)

The Sportsman of the Year Award (Commendation) recognises male student athletes who demonstrated commendable commitment and contributions in bringing glory to NUS in their respective sports. Individuals may be part of a team.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent commendable sporting achievements
Resilience Instrumental in the team’s achievements (for team athletes)
Commitment Good sportsmanship and conduct
Specialised expertise Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Teamwork *Individuals who have taken on leadership roles and have performed well in them receive additional consideration.
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Sportswoman of the Year (Distinction)

The Sportswoman of the Year Award (Distinction) recognises female student athletes who demonstrated exceptional commitment and contributions in bringing glory to NUS in their respective sports. Individuals may be part of a team.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent outstanding sporting achievements
Resilience Instrumental in the team’s achievements (for team athletes)
Commitment Exemplary sportsmanship and conduct
Specialised expertise Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Teamwork *Individuals who have taken on leadership roles and have performed well in them receive additional consideration.
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Sportswoman of the Year (Merit)

The Sportswoman of the Year Award (Merit) recognises female student athletes who demonstrated excellent commitment and contributions in bringing glory to NUS in their respective sports. Individuals may be part of a team.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent excellent sporting achievements
Resilience Instrumental in the team’s achievements (for team athletes)
Commitment Excellent sportsmanship and conduct
Specialised expertise Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Teamwork *Individuals who have taken on leadership roles and have performed well in them receive additional consideration.
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Sportswoman of the Year (Commendation)

The Sportswoman of the Year Award (Commendation) recognises female student athletes who demonstrated commendable commitment and contributions in bringing glory to NUS in their respective sports. Individuals may be part of a team.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Consistent commendable sporting achievements
Resilience Instrumental in the team’s achievements (for team athletes)
Commitment Good sportsmanship and conduct
Specialised expertise Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
Teamwork *Individuals who have taken on leadership roles and have performed well in them receive additional consideration.
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NUS President Sports (Individual)

The NUS President Sports Individual Award recognises individual student athletes who have demonstrated exceptional commitment and contributions in bringing glory to NUS for at least three academic years.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Previous distinction/merit recipient of Sportsman/Sportswoman/Athlete of the Year Awards.
Resilience Consistent outstanding varsity sporting achievements for at least three consecutive academic years
Commitment Displayed exemplary sportsmanship and conduct
Specialised expertise Instrumental for the team’s achievements (for team athletes)
  Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
  Individuals who have taken on leadership roles and have performed well in them receive additional consideration.
  Distinction recipients of this award from the last two years are not eligible for consideration.
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NUS President Sports (Team)

The NUS President Sports Team Award recognises teams who have demonstrated high performance and achievements consistently for at least three consecutive academic years.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Previous distinction/merit recipient of Sportsman/Sportswoman/Athlete of the Year Awards.
Resilience Consistent outstanding varsity sporting achievements for at least three consecutive academic years
Commitment Displayed exemplary sportsmanship and conduct
Specialised expertise Instrumental for the team’s achievements (for team athletes)
  Contributions to the promotion of sports within the NUS community and/or engagement in community building and service projects
  Individuals who have taken on leadership roles and have performed well in them receive additional consideration.
  Distinction recipients of this award from the last two years are not eligible for consideration.
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Competitions (General) (Distinction)

This award recognises individuals or teams who have obtained outstanding results in representing NUS in international, regional and/or national level non-sports competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Dedicated training and preparation for the competition.
Resilience Focus under pressure
Commitment Expertise in the field of competition
Specialised expertise  
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Competitions (General) (Merit)

This award recognises individuals or teams who have obtained excellent results in representing NUS in international, regional and/or national level non-sports competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Dedicated training and preparation for the competition.
Resilience Focus under pressure
Commitment Expertise in the field of competition
Specialised expertise  
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Competitions (General) (Commendation)

This award recognises individuals or teams who have obtained commendable results in representing NUS in international, regional and/or national level non-sports competitions.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Perseverance Dedicated training and preparation for the competition.
Resilience Focus under pressure
Commitment Expertise in the field of competition
Specialised expertise  
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Campus Choice (Individual)

The Campus Choice (Individual) is presented to the individual that garners the highest number of votes from the NUS Community amongst all other individual nominees for each year’s NUS Achievement Awards. All nominees for Campus Choice (Individual) are also recipients of one of the other award categories of the NUS Achievement Awards.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Ability to connect with others Nominee and recipient of NUS Achievement Awards.
Strong communication and networking skills Highest number of unique votes from the NUS community conducted at the annual NUS Achievement Awards poll
Clear understanding of personal brand and strengths  
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Campus Choice (Group)

The Campus Choice (Group) is presented to the project/team that garners the highest number of votes from the NUS Community amongst all other project/team nominees for each year’s NUS Achievement Awards. All nominees for Campus Choice (Group) are also recipients of one of the other award categories of the NUS Achievement Awards.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Ability to connect with others Nominee and recipient of NUS Achievement Awards.
Strong communication and networking skills Highest number of unique votes from the NUS community conducted at the annual NUS Achievement Awards poll
Clear understanding of personal brand and strengths  
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Campus Vibrancy

The Campus Vibrancy recognition is presented to projects that had been carefully selected by a panel of assessors. These large-scale projects and events distinguish themselves through outstanding contribution to campus vibrancy and community bonding, bringing multiple student organisations across faculties together.

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Skills/Knowledge

Earning Criteria
Collaboration Planning, marketing and execution of project
Coordination Garnering of resources, skills and support to ensure project's success
Project management Coordination and communication with multiple stakeholders

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