The Simmie Awards

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It’s that time of year again when we celebrate and recognise all the students who have made outstanding contributions to the student experience at St Mary's!

All winners will receive a certificate and prize and all nominees will receive an e-certificate (printed upon request). All registered nominees and attendees will be given 1 x free glass of prosecco, or a soft drink of your choice!    

Congratulations Simmies! We can't wait to celebrate your successes! 💛

 

Find out about our awards category and their rationale below 👇

Undergraduate Course Rep of the Year

The Undergraduate Course Rep of the Year award recognises an undergraduate course rep who has effectively represented students at Student/Staff forums and Big Rep Meetings, is a role model for their Faculty/Institute and SMSU, and demonstrates a positive attitude towards students and staff whilst showing a real desire to improve students’ academic experience.

Postgraduate Course Rep of the Year

The Postgraduate Course Rep of the Year award recognises a postgraduate course rep who has effectively represented students at Student/Staff forums and Big Rep Meetings, is a role model for their Faculty/Institute and SMSU, and demonstrates a positive attitude towards students and staff whilst showing a real desire to improve students’ academic experience.

Subject Chair of the Year

The Subject Chair of the Year award recognises a Subject Chair who has gone above and beyond as the lead student representative for their Faculty/Institute, demonstrates a passion for improving students’ academic experience, and is a dedicated SMSU team member who has attended and promoted academic engagement events.

Outstanding Contribution to Inclusion

The Outstanding Contribution to Inclusion award recognises an individual or group who has been a committed member of SMSU and shown great passion and leadership on EDI issues.

Society of the Year

The Society of the Year award recognises a society that demonstrates effective administration and organisation, helps to build a positive image of SMSU/St Mary’s, can evidence the support of other clubs/societies and/or adopts charitable fundraising, and demonstrates good behaviour and attitude in all activities.

Most Improved Society of the Year

The Most Improved Society of the Year award recognises a society that has shown an increase in membership, improvement in administration, involvement in the wider St Mary’s community, and improvement in reach and achievement.

New Society of the Year

The New Society of the Year award recognises a society that, as a new society, demonstrates effective administration and organisation, helps to build a positive image of SMSU/St Mary’s, can evidence the support of other clubs/societies and/or adopts charitable fundraising, demonstrates good behaviour and attitude in all activities, and has gained members to provide longevity.

Most Charitable Society of the Year

The Most Charitable Society of the Year award recognises a society that has led innovative fundraisers for charitable causes.

Committee Member of the Year

The Committee Member of the Year award recognises a committee member that maintains effective administration of their society, is a role model for the society and SMSU, and demonstrates support for other clubs/societies and SMSU.

Outstanding Contribution to Fundraising

The Outstanding Contribution to Fundraising award recognises a student or group that has gone above and beyond with regards to fundraising either as part of their club/society or as an individual.

Student Leaders Award

The Student Leaders Award recognises an individual who has gone above and beyond during their time at St Mary’s to improve the experience for their peers. Recipients need to have shown exemplary leadership skills and demonstrated that their work has benefitted fellow students, the wider community, and their future employment.

Changemaker of the Year

The Changemaker of the Year award recognises a student or student group that is passionate about making a change on campus and beyond. They may have contributed to campaigns, student life, fundraising, volunteering, or community-based activity.

Outstanding Contribution to the St Mary’s Community

The winner will have gone above and beyond in a number of roles and will be an ambassador for the work and values of the Students’ Union. They will be a champion for improving the student experience on campus.

Student-Staff Member of the Year

The winner will have gone above and beyond in their employment as a staff member of SMSU or St Mary’s University.

Against the Odds

This award is for any student who has faced and overcome various challenges, excelling against the odds. It recognises and celebrates resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.

Little Acts of Kindness and Outstanding Commitment to Peer Support

This award is for any student who has stood out for a particular moment or act in which they made a real difference through kindness, or who has devoted themselves to supporting their peers socially, academically, or pastorally. It recognises those who foster a strong sense of community at St Mary’s.

Commuter of the Year

This award is for any student who has made a standout effort to commute to campus, going the distance to engage with St Mary’s.

St Mary’s Values (Individual)

This award is for an outstanding individual student whose contribution across SMU has gone above and beyond in embodying the four core University values.

SA of the Year (General and WP)

This award is for Student Ambassadors who have done an excellent job and have been exemplary regular and WP ambassadors for St Mary’s.

Best SA Newcomer

This award is for any Student Ambassador in their first year who has shown consistent commitment, enthusiasm, and support in the role.

Senior Resident of the Year

This award recognises a student Senior Resident on campus for their outstanding support to students living on campus.