Summit Awards - Dorman G. Stout Jr. Student Leadership Award
The Division of Student Affairs will be offering a $1,000 Scholarship in honor of Dr. Dorman G. Stout. The 2026-2027 scholarship will be presented at the Summit Awards. The scholarship is open to any student who will be enrolled at ETSU during the entire 2026-2027 school year. The student to be recognized will be active in leadership within organizations both on campus and within the community at large. The award is named in honor of former SGA advisor, Dr. Dorman G. Stout, Vice President for Student Affairs, Emeritus. Dr. Stout advised the SGA for over 30 years and was himself a member of SGA. His dedication to East Tennessee State University and its students was evident every day. The student honored with this award is one who exemplifies the tradition set in place by Dorman G. Stout. Award Recipient must attend ETSU for the 2026-2027 school year to obtain the scholarship. Each applicant must: 1. Be active in student leadership roles in organizations, or in the case of incoming freshman or transfer students, intend to become active in these student leadership organizations through the Division of Student Life and Enrollment, including but not limited to, the Student Government Association, Residence Hall Association, POLO, Black Affairs, Buctainment, Greek Life, Community Service Programs and others as may be established from time to time in the Division; 2. Demonstrate the leadership traits and a character of integrity represented by the life and service of Dr. Stout to East Tennessee State University and humankind. This application must be submitted by Sunday, February 15, 2026 in order to be considered for this award. Award recipients will be acknowledged at the annual Summit Awards Reception.
Questions or Problems?
If you have any questions or difficulties with filling out or submitting this application, please contact SAO by emailing sao@etsu.edu, calling 423-439-6633, or coming by our office on the 2nd Floor of the D.P. Culp Center, located inside the Carrier Center For Student Success and Engagement.
Full Name
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Phone Number
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ETSU Email Address
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List all organizations at ETSU that you are/were ACTIVE in. Give full name of organization, length of involvement, your accomplishments in the organization, and any leadership positions you held along with the dates they were held.
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List all community groups in which you were/are ACTIVE. Give the full name of the organization, length of involvement, your goals and accomplishments in the organization, and any leadership positions you held along with the dates they were held.
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List two faculty/staff members who could be contacted for a recommendation.
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In 500 words or less, describe how your leadership abilities have developed in your work with ETSU student organizations and through community development.
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If possible, please submit a picture of yourself with this application. Pictures are not required, however.
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