Process information and links for student awards and recognition are below. 

The Division of Student Life recognizes excellence in many ways throughout each year. If you know of an award opportunity or nomination that should be listed here, please write to dsl-web@uiowa.edu

Start a nomination

Hawkeye Excellence Awards 2025 (closed)

If an organization or a member of an organization has been recognized on a Regional or National level, please email that information to dsl-leadandserve@uiowa.edu.

Please contact Leadership & Engagement; getinvolved@uiowa.edu with any questions at (319) 335-3059.

Hancher-Finkbine Awards 2025 (closed)

  • Nominations are closed for 2025.

MISSE Recognition Awards 2025 (open)

Rising Student Award Nomination Form // Applications close April 14 at 5 p.m.

Outstanding Senior Award Nomination Form // Applications close April 14 at 5 p.m.

Campus Community Leadership Award Nomination Form // Applications close April 14 at 5 p.m.

Excellence in Perseverance Award Nomination Form // Applications close April 14 at 5 p.m.

Distinguished Educator & Service Award Nomination Form // Applications close April 14 at 5 p.m.

Community Collaboration Award Nomination Form // Applications close April 14 at 5 p.m.

Outstanding MISSE Student Employee Award // Applications close April 14 at 5 p.m.

A table with plates in the IMU main lounge and a placard describing the Hancher-Finkbine Awards

Need help?

If you have questions regarding a specific award or nomination process, contact the Office of the Vice President for Student Life at 319-335-3557 or vp-student-life@uiowa.edu and we can point you in the right direction.