Clone of 2024-2025 SAE Award Nomination Form for FSC Staff & Province Archons

  • Fraternity Award Competition: Nomination Form

  • As part of Sigma Alpha Epsilon's Fraternity Award Competition process, we seek the nominations of Province Archons and Fraternity Service Center Staff for awards for which chapters, alumni associations, advisory boards, house corporations, and individuals should be considered. Based on your nominations, groups and individuals will be contacted and informed that you nominated them to apply for an award.

    The chapter awards for Zeal, Chapter Achievement, Emerging Chapter of the Year, and Most Improved Chapter of the Year require a nomination in order to be considered. No other awards require this. Groups and individuals may still apply for an award without a nomination. However, nominations for all awards you would consider them for are appreciated. The intent is to encourage more groups and individuals to apply for awards, even if they're not applying for Zeal or Chapter Achievement. 

  • Please fill out one form per chapter, alumni association, advisory board, house corporation, or individual, as all fields pertain only to that group or individual. All nominations must be submitted by Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 11:59 pm CT. If you would like to view the descriptions and requirements for the various awards, you can find them on the SAE Website HERE.

    For each award, please:

    1. Select "Recommend" if you recommend the group for the award.
    2. Select "Do Not Recommend" if the group should not be considered for an award.
    3. Leave the selection BLANK if you have no particular opinion about the chapter applying for the award.

    A copy of this form is stored electronically and is routed via e-mail to the address you provide. For questions, contact the Director of Education, Hannah Blenden, at education@sae.net.

  • Personal Verification
     
  • Based on the application and my appraisal of the group or individual, I hereby nominate the following to apply for the awards indicated below by my checkmark(s):
     

  • Chapter Awards

  • John O. Moseley Award for Fraternity Zeal: This award goes to the highest achieving chapter in the Realm. Your response will assist in determining Zeal nominees. Chapters must receive a nomination from either their Province Archon or an FSC Staff member to be eligible to apply.

    A chapter nominated for this award should be excelling in all areas of chapter operations (i.e., chapter management, recruitment, member education, alumni relations, scholarship, service & philanthropy, financial management, health & safety, ritual, and university relations). They must also be current in all forms and payments to the Fraternity and be high achieving. They must be without any health-and-safety incidents in the past two academic years, and their actions and behaviors should be positive examples of the fraternal experience. 

  • The Chapter Achievement Award: The Chapter Achievement Award is the award earned by the top-performing chapters in the Fraternity that excel in the core, fundamental areas of chapter operations.

    Criteria: Any exemplary chapter in good standing with the Fraternity Service Center may be nominated and apply if they meet the following qualifications:

    Receive a supporting nomination from either their Province Archon or an FSC Staff Member.

    Due to the nature of the Chapter Achievement award application, applicants will automatically be considered for every other chapter award (with the exception of John O. Moseley Award for Fraternity Zeal, Most Improved Chapter, and Harry S. Bunting Emerging Chapter of the Year). This is because applicants for the Chapter Achievement Award are required to complete all other chapter award applications except Zeal, Most Improved Chapter, and Harry S. Bunting Emerging Chapter of the Year.

  • Most Improved Chapter Award: The Most Improved Chapter Award looks at how the chapter took a less-than-optimal situation to turn its problems into progress. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Most Improved Chapter Award. Chapters must receive a nomination from either their Province Archon or an FSC Staff member to be eligible to apply.

    A chapter nominated for this award should have improved in multiple areas of chapter operations (i.e. chapter management, recruitment, member education, alumni relations, scholarship, service & philanthropy, financial management, health & safety, ritual, and university relations) from last year to this year and must be current in all forms and payments to the Fraternity.

  • Harry S. Bunting Outstanding Emerging Chapter of the Year: The Harry S. Bunting Outstanding Emerging Chapter of the Year award recognizes the top emerging chapter in the Realm. Emerging chapters must receive a nomination from either their Province Archon or an FSC Staff member to be eligible to apply.

    An emerging chapter nominated for this award should be excelling in all areas of chapter operations (i.e., chapter management, recruitment, member education, alumni relations, scholarship, service & philanthropy, financial management, health & safety, and university relations). They must also be current in all forms and payments to the Fraternity.

  • Kimball-Phelps Award for Outstanding Chapter Singing: The Kimball-Phelps Award for Outstanding Chapter Singing gives recognition to the chapter that uses the songs of the Fraternity as an integral part of its operations and brotherhood-building events. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Kimball-Phelps Award for Outstanding Chapter Singing.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least one of the following on an annual basis:

    • Utilize songs and singing as part of the chapter experience
    • Teach songs to all members of the chapter
    • Utilize songs as part of Ritual ceremonies

  • Brandon Weghorst Outstanding Chapter Communication: The Brandon Weghorst Outstanding Chapter Communication Award recognizes the chapter that excels in its communication with members, alumni, and others through various mediums, such as print, electronic, or social-media vehicles. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Brandon Weghorst Outstanding Chapter Communication Award.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least two of the following on an annual basis:

    • Utilize social media to communicate with various audiences effectively
    • Demonstrate effective communication among the chapter members
    • Ensure all postings of members are aligned with the Mission of the Fraternity

  • Smith-Huffman Outstanding Chapter Management: The Smith-Huffman Outstanding Chapter Management Award recognizes the chapter that displays the best overall control and interrelationships of chapter activities. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Smith-Huffman Outstanding Chapter Management Award.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least three (3) of the following on an annual basis:

    • Semesterly transition meeting for all new positions;
    • Active Chapter Advisor - attends at least one meeting a month;
    • Weekly Executive Board meetings;
    • Mock trial with judicial board and chapter once a year;
    • Bylaws are revised and updated at least once a year;
    • President meets at least once a month with Fraternity/Sorority Advisor;
    • 100% of reports submitted to the FSC 

  • Robert C. Cousins Award for Outstanding Recruitment: The Robert C. Cousins Award for Outstanding Recruitment is given to the chapter that recruits on values and needs of the chapter. This chapter also realizes that quantity and quality are both attainable goals. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Robert C. Cousins Award for Outstanding Recruitment.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least three (3) of the following on an annual basis:

    • Cultivate a 365 active recruitment mindset;
    • Invite alumni to recruitment events;
    • Benchmark to issue bids based on values-based recruitment;
    • Hold a recruitment workshop once a year - review recruitment tips and best practices in the alternate semester for the newest initiates

  • Outstanding Member Education Award: The Outstanding Member Education Award recognizes those chapters that have excelled in implementing the Phoenix Member Education Program and that provide comprehensive member education as described by the Phoenix Member Education Program. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Outstanding Member Education Award.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least three (3) of the following on an annual basis:

    • Continued education with the entire chapter;
    • Have a written education plan for new initiates that reviews baseline education approved by Chapter Advisor;
    • Ensure no segregation of new initiates from any chapter activities;
    • Compliance with the 96-hour bid-to-initiate phase

  • Outstanding Alumni Relations Award: The Outstanding Alumni Relations Award is given to the chapter that, at a minimum, invites alumni to Ritual Ceremonies and uses an alumni advisory board to keep its alumni informed of opportunities to help the chapter. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Outstanding Chapter Alumni Relations Award.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least three (3) of the following on an annual basis:

    • Regularly update social media accounts (Facebook/Instagram/Twitter);
    • Send at least one (1) newsletter to alumni each semester;
    • Hold at least one (1) alumni event each year with the intention of engaging alumni;
    • Utilize an active and engaged advisory board of five (5) or more people;
    • Maintain at least one (1) active and engaged chapter advisor;
    • Participate in at least one (1) presentation by an alumnus for continued education each semester

  • Outstanding Chapter Scholarship Award: The Outstanding Chapter Scholarship Award is given to chapters that not only sustain an above-average grade-point average but also use innovative ways to keep brothers on track academically. Winning chapters have a vast knowledge of scholastic resources on their campus as well as within their chapter. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Outstanding Chapter Scholarship Award.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least three (3) of the following on an annual basis:

    • Maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA for all members;
    • Remove members below a 2.5 cumulative GPA from good standing;
    • Expect all officers to hold above a 2.5 cumulative GPA;
    • Implement positive initiatives for members that meet or exceed expectations (e.g. most improved GPA/highest GPA);
    • Create a scholarship plan with an individual development plan for anyone below the minimum GPA;
    • Have an active faculty advisor that regularly meets with members in need, and with the entire chapter, at least once a semester

  • Joseph A. Mancini Outstanding Chapter Service and Philanthropy Award: The Joseph A. Mancini Outstanding Chapter Service and Philanthropy Award has been given to chapters both large and small. The overall goal is not always about the amount of money raised or the number of service hours completed, it’s about contributing to the greater good and giving back to the surrounding community. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Joseph A. Mancini Outstanding Chapter Service and Philanthropy Award.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least three (3) of the following on an annual basis:

    • Obtain a minimum of 20 hours of community service completed per member;
    • Obtain a minimum of $50 raised per member;
    • Hold at least one (1) chapter-wide community service event or philanthropy event each year;
    • Obtain 80% participation in a campus “Dance Marathon” (this may count as a philanthropy event if at least 80% attendance is met)
    • Maintain a partnership with a local non-profit organization;
    • Co-Sponsor an event with a non-fraternity or sorority on campus (includes social activism)

  • Outstanding Financial Management Award: The Outstanding Financial Management Award recognizes chapters that demonstrate proficiency in successful budgeting and financial matters. They serve as role models for fiscal responsibility and budget oversight. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Outstanding Chapter Financial Management Award.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least three (3) of the following on an annual basis:

    • Maintain a zero balance to the Fraternity Service Center (FSC) once invoices are paid;
    • Update the chapter budget each year and get it approved by the general chapter;
    • Document expenses recorded with itemized receipts;
    • Review the credits and debits with the president and/or chapter advisor once a semester;
    • Ensure all money is collected from members or members are placed on a payment plan

  • Outstanding Health & Safety Award: The Outstanding Health & Safety Award is awarded to chapters that both follow and enhance SAE's health-and-safety policies. These groups not only foresee risk factors but work proactively to avoid them and to ensure the well-being of their members and guests. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Outstanding Health & Safety Award.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least three (3) of the following on an annual basis:

    • Place the Health & Safety Officer on the Executive Council;
    • If an incident occurred, it was reported within 24 hours and an incident report was submitted;
    • Hold an annual sober monitor training for the entire chapter;
    • Have an emergency contact list on hand physically or digitally and available to the entire chapter that includes at least the following items: Emergency contact (EC), email and phone of EC, and allergies/medical conditions paramedics should be aware of;
    • Hold at least one (1) Health and Safety related presentation by a member trained in the area or a campus/community professional;
    • Annually review Minerva’s Shield with the entire chapter

  • Outstanding Chapter Housing Award: The Outstanding Chapter Housing Award is earned by chapters that demonstrate the advancement of housing, regardless of who owns the property. Applications are judged on the successful management of the property and life-safety issues that help protect its occupants. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Outstanding Chapter Housing Award.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do two (2) of the three (3) following on an annual basis:

    • Utilize housing contracts with members
    • Pass an annual fire inspection
    • Have an active house corporation

  • Outstanding University Relations Award: The Outstanding University Relations Award recognizes a chapter that demonstrates engagement with student organizations and partnerships with university staff. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Outstanding University Relations Award.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least three (3) of the following on an annual basis:

    • Attend multiple on-campus events
    • Have members serving on executive boards for organizations outside of SAE (IFC, non-greek affiliated, etc.)
    • Maintain 100% chapter involvement with a non-greek organization
    • Cosponsor a philanthropy or community service event with a non-greek organization
    • Invite administration and/or faculty to an event hosted by the chapter
    • Invite campus and community professionals to speak to the chapter

  • Noble Leslie DeVotie Excellence in Ritual Award: The Noble Leslie DeVotie Excellence in Ritual Award is judged by the Ritual Committee and takes into consideration applicants who not only perform the Ritual but perform it often and well. You may nominate as many chapters as you wish for the Noble Leslie DeVotie Outstanding Ritual Award.

    A chapter nominated for this award should do at least four (4) of the following on an annual basis:

    • Perform the opening and closing rituals for chapter meetings
    • Perform initiation per the ritual book
    • Conduct officer transition ritual
    • Perform alumni ceremony ritual
    • Conduct at least one ritual workshop a semester
    • Maintain all eight (8) copies of the ritual book
    • Maintain and keep ritual equipment in good order
    • Maintain a ritual equipment inventory and update it each year
    • Maintain a budget each semester to replace old or destroyed equipment

  • Alumni Association Awards

  • The Bill Fiscus Outstanding Area Alumni Association Award: The Bill Fiscus Outstanding Area Alumni Association Award recognizes the area alumni association that has made an outstanding contribution of time and energy in its respective geographical area. The winning association will exemplify consistent dedication in enhancing the fraternal experience for alumni from all chapters residing in the local area, and, when possible, the undergraduates of the chapter or emerging chapter that may be located in the vicinity. Its activities should also include events and efforts to keep and enhance friendships among alumni. A key factor will be its ability to increase participation of members as alumni in the Fraternity.

  • The Outstanding Alumni Association Communication Award: The Outstanding Alumni Association Communication Award recognizes groups that excel in communicating their messages to specific audiences. Certificates for these awards are given to winning groups in each communications category, including:

    • Printed newsletters
    • Electronic newsletters
    • Websites

    Awards are given for content, design, layout, effectiveness of message, and production quality.

  • The Outstanding Chapter Alumni Association Award: The Outstanding Chapter Alumni Association Award recognizes the chapter alumni association that has made an outstanding contribution of time and energy to its respective chapter or emerging chapter. The winning association will exemplify consistent dedication in enhancing the fraternal experience for the undergraduates of the chapter or emerging chapter, as well as for its alumni. Its activities should also include events and efforts to keep and enhance friendships among alumni. A key factor will be its ability to increase participation of members as alumni in the Fraternity.

  • The Outstanding Special Project or Event Award: The Outstanding Special Project or Event Award is designed to recognize a particular event or special project conceived, planned, and implemented that has a direct impact on the association’s goals and enhances the reputation of the Fraternity. Examples might include sports tournaments, philanthropic events, or fundraising campaigns.

  • House Corporation Awards

  • The Outstanding House Corporation Communication Award: The Outstanding House Corporation Communication Award recognizes groups that excel in communicating their messages to specific audiences. Certificates for these awards are given to winning groups in each communications category, including

    • Printed newsletters
    • Electronic newsletters
    • Websites

    Awards are given for content, design, layout, effectiveness of message, and production quality. All activities and materials should be in compliance with Fraternity policies.

  • The Outstanding House Corporation Award: The Oustanding House Corporation Award recognizes the house corporation that has demonstrated a level of organization and activity that exceeds the requirements of the Fraternity Laws. The recipient of this award generally utilizes experts in finance, maintenance, construction, law, insurance, and other fields related to the management of a chapter property. The house corporation holds regular meetings throughout the year and is in frequent contact with the chapter leadership and alumni. The house corporation plans, researches, and implements both short-term and long-term goals and has great concern for the financial structure and well-being of the chapter as is integral to its success in housing initiatives.

  • Advisory Board Award

  • The Stuart Zoock Outstanding Advisory Board Award: The Stuart Zoock Outstanding Advisory Board Award recognizes the advisory board that has given outstanding assistance and guidance to a chapter or emerging chapter. The nominated advisory board should be diligent and enthusiastic in handling responsibilities and assisting chapters to become as self-sufficient as possible. Additionally, advisory boards should attend both Executive Council and regular chapter meetings on a consistent basis and advise the chapter on the core areas of chapter operations. If a house corporation exists, the advisory board should collaborate with it.

  • Individual Awards

  • The Besser-Lindsey Scholar Athlete Award: This award, established in 1924 by Edwin E. Besser Jr. and J. Frank Lindsey, recognizes a member of SAE who has excelled in multiple areas of college life — on the athletic field, in the classroom, and in campus organizations.

    Criteria: A chapter may nominate as many individuals as meet the following four qualifications:

    • Maintain a 3.0 or higher cumulative grade point average
    • Participate in a collegiate sports team above the intramural level
    • Have held chapter and/or campus leadership positions
    • Be a senior in academic standing

  • The Ken Tracey Award & Scholarship for Interfraternal Leadership: The Ken Tracey Award & Scholarship for Interfraternal Leadership was established in 2013 to honor past Eminent Supreme Archon Ken Tracey (Eastern New Mexico ’70) for his service and lifetime commitment, not only to Sigma Alpha Epsilon, but to the fraternity/sorority world. The award recognizes a collegiate member involved in their Fraternity/Sorority community who has gone above and beyond the call of duty to promote and enhance the system. Each candidate should display a sincere desire for the strongest of interfraternal relations between all fraternities and sororities. The $1,000 scholarship is earmarked for undergraduate tuition for the next academic year.

    Criteria: Any collegiate chapter member may be nominated and apply if they meet the following qualifications:

    • Must have been a member of a collegiate chapter during the current academic year (2025-2026)
    • Must be a member in good standing

  • The M. Todd Buchanan Recruitment Chairman Award & Scholarship: M. Todd Buchanan (Southern Mississippi ’90) established the Recruitment Chairman Award & Scholarship in 2006 to recognize SAE’s most outstanding undergraduate Recruitment Chairman each year. Each candidate should display an unwavering commitment to improving their chapter’s recruitment efforts and organizing the entire chapter to take part in that effort. The candidate should demonstrate their success by showing that their chapter set and reached a goal for new members during the current academic year. Furthermore, the candidate’s leadership should result in overall membership gains for their chapter. The $1,000 scholarship is earmarked for undergraduate tuition for the next academic year.

    Criteria: Any Recruitment Chairman may apply if they meet the following qualifications:

    • Served as Recruitment Chairman during the current academic year (2025-2026)
    • Must be a member in good standing

  • The Outstanding Eminent Archon Award and the Bradley M. Cohen Eminent Archon of the Year Award & Scholarship:

    The Outstanding Eminent Archon Award recognizes chapter and emerging chapter presidents who excel in their leadership as the head of their respective groups. Applicants should possess dynamic personalities, good communication skills with members and external audiences, and an ability to exceed core operational areas and meet goals.

    In turn, applicants for the Outstanding Eminent Archon Award will automatically be considered for the Bradley M. Cohen Eminent Archon of the Year Award & Scholarship. The successful candidate will demonstrate service to their chapter and Sigma Alpha Epsilon above and beyond the call of duty, having made measurable improvements in the welfare, culture, and spirit of the chapter. The winner will receive a $1,500 scholarship, endowed by Bradley M. Cohen (Arizona ’85) and earmarked for undergraduate tuition for the next academic year.

    Criteria: An Eminent Archon may be nominated and apply if they meet the following three qualifications:

    • Served as Eminent Archon during the current academic year (2025-2026)
    • Is nominated by a member of the chapter they served, an alumni advisor, or a Province Archon (self-nominations will not be accepted)
    • Must have made a difference in the overall welfare, culture, and spirit of the chapter

  • The Outstanding Eminent Treasurer Award: The Outstanding Eminent Treasurer Award recognizes chapter and emerging chapter treasurers who demonstrate proficiency and leadership in financial oversight and budgeting. Applicants should excel at managing a budget, collecting revenue, paying expenses, and providing oversight to ensure the group’s financial stability.

    Criteria: An Eminent Treasurer may be nominated and apply if they meet the following three qualifications:

    • Served as Eminent Treasurer during the current academic year (2025-2026)
    • Is nominated by a member of the group they served, an alumni advisor, or Province Archon (Self-nominations will not be accepted)
    • Must have gone above and beyond the call of duty as Eminent Treasurer

  • The True Gentleman of the Year: The True Gentleman of the Year Award is the highest honor the Fraternity can bestow upon a collegiate member. The award, first given in 2000, is presented annually to a collegiate who has been determined to be the most outstanding in Sigma Alpha Epsilon, considering scholastic achievement, fraternity involvement, university leadership, and community service. Each chapter in good standing is encouraged to nominate a member deserving of this honor.

    The True Gentleman of the Year Award recipient will receive a $5,000 scholarship award, endowed by Warren P. Poslusny (Kettering ’69) to recognize collegiate members who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and service in the Fraternity.

    Criteria: Any chapter member may be nominated and apply if they meet the following three qualifications:

    • Candidates must be active members from chapters in good standing with the Fraternity and their college or university. They must also be a Junior, Senior, Graduate Student, or a recent December graduate.
    • Although the chapter must endorse the candidate, the candidate may complete the application and gather the supporting documents on their own.
    • The chapter should select the member most deserving of this honor and encourage them to apply, or have a selected member complete the application on the candidate’s behalf.

  • The Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award: The Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award recognizes chapter and emerging chapter advisors who demonstrate peer leadership and who excel in serving as a role model and mentor. Applicants should be well-versed in their respective groups’ overall activities, providing guidance and making sure collegiate members uphold the Fraternity’s policies and procedures.

    Criteria: A Chapter/Emerging Chapter Advisor may be nominated and apply if they meet the following three qualifications:

    • Served as chapter advisor during the current academic year (2025-2026)
    • Is nominated by a member of the group they served, an alumni advisor, or a Province Archon (self-nominations will not be accepted)
    • Must have gone above and beyond the call of duty as chapter advisor

  • The Volunteer of the Year: The Volunteer of the Year Award recognizes the most outstanding national volunteer of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. This honor celebrates an alumnus who has demonstrated exceptional service at the national level (beyond involvement with a single chapter) and whose time, leadership, and dedication have significantly advanced the Fraternity. The recipient consistently goes above and beyond the call of duty and exemplifies a lifelong commitment to Sigma Alpha Epsilon, strengthening the organization through sustained excellence in volunteer service.

    Criteria: A volunteer may be nominated if they meet the following qualifications:

    • Have a minimum of five years of national-level volunteer service, beyond involvement with a single chapter
    • Is nominated by a member of the Fraternity (self-nominations will not be accepted)
    • Demonstrates exceptional leadership and measurable impact in their volunteer role

  • The Campus Partner of the Year Award: The Campus Partner of the Year Award recognizes a student affairs professional who demonstrates exceptional service to the fraternal community and meaningful support of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Nominees must be student affairs professionals who have shown outstanding dedication to their institution and to the success of the fraternity and sorority community. While recipients are not members of Sigma Alpha Epsilon, they embody the spirit of our Fraternity through their continued stewardship, partnership, and investment in the growth and well-being of our chapters and members.

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