Have you made a positive impact in your community? Apply for the
Edward E. Carlson Student Leadership Award!
The UW’s Carlson Center is currently accepting applications for the
Edward E. Carlson Student Leadership Award. Named for one of
Seattle’s foremost civic leaders, the Edward E. Carlson Student
Leadership Award recognizes individual students who have demonstrated
a strong commitment to public service, provided outstanding leadership
in the community, and who are committed to continued creative civic
participation.
The Carlson Student Leadership Award recipient will receive $2500 and
be honored at the Spring Celebration of Service & Leadership on May
23.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
In order to be eligible for the Edward E. Carlson Student Leadership
Award, candidates must be enrolled as a junior or senior at the
University of Washington during the current academic year and working
toward their first baccalaureate degree. The Award is open to students
from all three University of Washington campuses.
Applications will be assessed on the extent to which a students’
conception and practice of civic leadership embodies the values of
Social Responsibility, Commitment, Leadership, Creativity, and
Collaboration.
Deadline and Application Instructions
The application deadline for the 2018 Edward E. Carlson Student
Leadership Award is Monday, April 30 at 11:59PM. Detailed application
instructions, along with the application assessment rubric and
interview logistics can be found on the Carlson Center website. Please
direct any questions about this award to Kathryn at engage@uw.edu.