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It has long been a tradition at KCC to honor students who have exhibited outstanding achievement in their fields of study, interest, or expertise. Award recipients are chosen by the faculty in the academic department presenting the award. Awards are also given to the overall outstanding full-time and part-time graduate in each of the two academic divisions.
All students receiving awards are honored at a banquet held in the spring and will receive a plaque presented by the nominating department. Specific criteria for each award is listed below. For more information call College Life, 269-965-3931, ext. 2634. or e-mail collegelife@kellogg.edu.
Arts and Communication
For all Arts and Communication awards, the following criteria must be met:
- Major or exhibited interest in the award area
- Grade point of 3.5 in the award area
- Evidence of significant creative growth
- High degree of participation in and/or contributions to the department activities in one or more capacities (see the following examples)
The following additional criteria applies to particular awards:
Outstanding Achievement in Creative Writing
- Editing, promoting, or writing for Mosaic
- A body of creative, written work that reflects talent and rich inner
experience
- Serious commitment to creative writing
- Participation in campus readings
Outstanding Achievement in English
- At least twelve hours of English at KCC; may include 151, 152, and 153
Outstanding Achievement in Foreign Language
- At least one year of foreign language study at KCC
- Written and oral fluency
- Knowledge of culture
Outstanding Achievement in Theatre
- On or behind stage exceptional contribution to theatre
- Participation in Encore
- At least six hours of theatre credits
Outstanding Achievement in Art
- Leadership activities in the Art League
- At least six hours of art credits
- Submission in the student art exhibit
Outstanding Achievement in Music
- Participation in one ensemble per semester
- At least six hours of music credits
Outstanding Achievement in Communication
- Forensics leadership activities or
- Participation in communication experiences within the community or
- Participation in the KCC-sponsored speech tournament
Binda Awards
The Binda Awards are performance-based and will be awarded to students who exhibit exceptional talent in and dedication to one of the four visual and performing arts areas.
- Excellence in Art
- Excellence in Communication
- Excellence in Music
- Excellence in Theatre
Students who receive Binda Awards will have:
- Participated in visual or performing arts activities
- Shown consistent growth in their art
- Displayed concern for the place of art in education and the community
Outstanding Criminal Justice Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- Minimum of 3.5 GPA and/or top 20% academically of criminal justice graduates
- Demonstrated proficiency in all skills-based training
- Commitment to community service (i.e. volunteer work)
- Acts as a positive role model for other students
Outstanding Human Services Technician Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- Be completing the associate degree or certificate with an overall GPA of 3.5 or better
- Demonstrate the behaviors of a responsible student in all of the courses required in the human services curriculum
- Exhibit the behaviors of a responsible and mature human services worker during field experiences and while working in the field
- Adhere to the ethics of the Professional Human Service Worker according to the National Association of Human Service Education
Outstanding Social Science Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- Major in one of the social sciences
- Grade point average in social science of 3.5 or better
- Demonstrate an interest in the field over and above classroom activities
- Be active on the College campus
Outstanding Education Major Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- Have 307, 327, 330, 380, or 394 curriculum code
- Have 3.5 GPA
- Show a commitment to the community through service learning, community service, volunteer work, or extracurricular activities
- Demonstrate the following qualities:
- Consistency—performs at a steady level of excellence
- Maturity—accepts responsibility in class and extracurricular activities
- Creativity—demonstrates talent and proficiency in completing course requirements
- Leadership—motivates other students by positive example
Nomination and Selection Process
Nominations are to be submitted by faculty from the Education Faculty Learning Community to the Dean of the Arts and Sciences Division by March 1. A committee of three faculty will make selection from the above group and the dean.
Outstanding Early Childhood Education Program Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- Currently enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours
- Overall GPA of 3.5 in the early childhood courses
- Nominated and chosen by instructors
- Has an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) on file with the Early Childhood Program Manager
Outstanding Paralegal Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Promotes the paralegal profession
- Helps fellow students
- Participates in extracurricular activities
Outstanding Business Management Graduate
The Business faculty selects based on the following criteria:
- Major in either accounting or business management
- GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Serious commitment to a career in business
Outstanding Computer-Aided Drafting and
Design Technology Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- Be completing an Associate in Applied Science with an overall GPA of 3.5 or better
- Demonstrate the behaviors of a responsible learner in all core classes
- Show a commitment to the community through community service, volunteer work, or extracurricular activities
- Act as a positive role model for others
Outstanding Office Information Systems Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- Academic achievement: 3.5 or higher GPA
- Pursuing a two-year associate degree (Administrative Assistant, Word Processing, Medical Secretarial, Legal Secretarial)
- Attitude: Positive attitude, good sense of humor, sees humor in self, carries self well in workplace
- Goal Oriented: Has specific plans; pursuing particular career or academic achievement
Outstanding Graphic Design Graduate
The Graphic Design faculty selects based on the following criteria:
- Overall GPA of a minimum of 3.0
- Must demonstrate outstanding creativity as evidenced through student’s
portfolio
Outstanding Computer Engineering Technology Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- Academic record
- Participation in extracurricular activities including, but not limited to the following:
- Clubs (such as Tech Club)
- Student Government
- College Committees
- Athletics
- Community Activities
Outstanding Communication Technologies Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- Should have earned a 3.5 GPA
- Should be within 24 credits of graduation
- A high degree of creative growth and personal achievement
- An outstanding contribution to department or profession
Outstanding Achievement in Mathematics
The following criteria must be met:
- Enrolled in MATH 141, 142, 241, or 242
- Earned a GPA of at least 3.5 in the calculus courses taken at KCC
- Demonstrates the following qualities:
- Consistency – performs at a steady level of excellence
- Maturity – accepts responsibility in class and in extracurricular activities
- Creativity – demonstrates talent and proficiency in completing course requirements
- Leadership – motivates other students by positive example
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Nomination and Selection Process
Nominations are to be submitted by faculty from the Education Faculty Learning Community to the Dean of the Arts and Sciences Division by March 1. A committee of three faculty will make selection from the above group and the dean.
Outstanding Dental Hygiene Graduate
Dental Hygiene faculty selects based on the following criteria:
- Superior academic achievement based on overall grade point average and academic performance in the Dental Hygiene academic courses (GPA of 3.5 or better)
- Outstanding clinical achievement based on performance in the clinical Dental Hygiene courses and faculty evaluations of the student’s professional conduct in those courses
- Potential for contribution to the profession, as evidenced by involvement in community projects, leadership roles assumed, and interest and involvement in the professional organization
- Demonstrates the following qualities::
- Consistency – performs at a steady level of excellence
- Maturity – accepts responsibility in class and extracurricular activities
- Creativity – demonstrates talent and proficiency in completing course requirements
- Leadership – motivates other students by positive example
Outstanding Physical Therapist Assistant Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- High academic achievement based on an overall GPA of 3.5 or better, academic performance in Physical Therapist Assistant course work of 3.3 or better, and general consistency of academic performance
- Outstanding clinical achievement based on evaluations submitted from each of four clinical affiliations which address competency in technical skills; observation skills; concern for patient care, comfort, and safety; oral and written communication; organization of time; attitude and interpersonal relationships; fulfillment of professional role and responsibilities
Outstanding student will earn at least:
- “acceptable” ratings for 80% or above of all rated categories on the
clinical assessment tool for PTA 221 clinical experience
- “90-100%” grading on at least 80% of all rated categories on each of the two clinical assessment tools for PTA 224 and 225 clinical experiences
- an outstanding narrative assessment for PTA 226 clinical experience
- Potential for contribution to the profession based on such evidence as interest in and willingness to pursue special fields of study related to physical therapy, involvement in the student and/or national professional organization, leadership skills, helping/teamwork behaviors, highly ethical values/ behavior, and community/volunteer involvement. The outstanding PTA student will demonstrate outstanding performance in at least three of the above listed areas.
Outstanding Radiography Graduate
Radiography faculty selects based on the following criteria:
- Superior academic achievement based on overall grade point average and academic performance in the RADI courses (GPA of 3.5 or better)
- Outstanding clinical achievement based on performance in the clinical
- Potential for contribution to the profession, as evidenced by an involvement in community projects, leadership roles assumed, interest and involvement in professional organizations, and a desire for continuing education
- Demonstration of the following qualities:
- Consistency—performs at a steady level of excellence
- Maturity—accepts responsibility in class and in the clinical setting
- Creativity—demonstrates talent and proficiency in completing course requirements
- Leadership—motivates other students by positive example
Outstanding Associate Degree Nursing Graduate
Associate Degree Nursing faculty nominates and selects based on the following criteria:
- High academic achievement: 3.5 or higher GPA
- Outstanding clinical achievement based on evaluations submitted by clinical instructors which reflect excellence in meeting clinical objectives including technical skills, nurse/client relationship, and the fulfillment of professional role and responsibilities
- Potential for contribution to the profession based on such evidence as involvement in the student and/or national professional organization, high ethical values/behaviors, and leadership skills
Outstanding Licensed Practical Nursing Graduate
ThePractical Nursing faculty nominates and selects based on the following criteria:
- High academic achievement: 3.2 or higher GPA
- Outstanding clinical achievement based on evaluations submitted by clinical instructors which reflect excellence in meeting clinical objectives including technical skills, nurse/client relationship, and the fulfillment of professional role and responsibilities
- Potential for contribution to the profession based on such evidence as involvement in the student and/or national professional organization, high ethical values/behaviors, and leadership skills
Outstanding Medical Laboratory Technology Graduate
The following criteria must be met:
- High academic achievement
- Minimum of 3.5 GPA overall
- Minimum of 3.75 GPA in medical lab technology course work
- Outstanding clinical achievement based on evaluations submitted from the clinical affiliate
- Overall grade of “A” in MELA 260 or 265, Clinical Practicum
- Excellent professional behavior, as indicated by a score of no lower than 93% on all of the Student Attitude Assessment evaluation forms in each of the clinical rotations
- Positive comments by clinical instructors added to evaluation forms
- Potential for contribution to the profession based on participation in at least two of the following:
- Membership in one or both of the professional organizations for MLTs: the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS), and/or the American Society of Clinical Pathologists Associate Member section (ASCP)
- Attendance at non-mandatory continuing education seminars offered through the professional organizations or the clinical affiliates
- Volunteer activities in the community and/or for professional organizations
- Helping/teamwork behaviors with other students
- Highly ethical behavior and values
Outstanding Physics Student
The following criteria must be met:
- Grade point average of 3.5 or higher in physics
- Mathematics record should be compatible with the physics grades
Outstanding Biology Student
The following criteria must be met:
- Minimum of 3.5 in biology courses
- Enthusiasm and interest in the biological sciences beyond required course work
- Contribution to class that would be of value to other students
- Intention to pursue some vocation in the sciences which may include medical sciences
Outstanding Freshman Chemistry Student
The following criteria must be met:
- Achievement of academic excellence in chemistry
- Grade point average of 3.5 or higher
- Interest in chemistry as evidenced by future curricular and career choices
- Performance of chemistry laboratory skills as evidenced by consistent, excellent results in laboratory work
Phi Theta Kappa Leadership and Scholarship Award
The Phi Theta Kappa advisor selects based on the following criteria:
- Active in Alpha Nu Eta chapter of Phi Theta Kappa
- GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Assumes leadership responsibilities within Phi Theta Kappa, KCC, and the community
Michigan All-USA Academic Team
A Maximum of two KCC students are chosen to represent KCC on the Michigan All-USA Academic Team. The Honors Program and Phi Theta Kappa Coordi-nator# selects based on the following criteria:
- Member of Alpha Nu Eta chapter of Phi Theta Kappa
- GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Assumes leadership responsibilities within Phi Theta Kappa, KCC, or the community
Criteria for Outstanding Graduate Awards
Outstanding Graduate Award—Arts & Science Division
Outstanding Graduate Award—Career & Occupational Education Division
Full-time Student Category
- Associate degree candidate
- GPA of 3.5 or better
- Completed a twelve-hour load or more for at least three semesters
- Contributed to campus activities in addition to classroom participation (possibilities include clubs, publications, athletic teams, Student Government Association, teaching assistantships)
- Demonstrated the following qualities:
- Consistency—performs at a steady high level of excellence
- Maturity—accepts responsibility in class and extracurricular activities
- Creativity—demonstrates talent and proficiency in completing course requirements
- Leadership—motivates other students by positive example
Part-time Student Category
- Associate degree candidate
- GPA of 3.5 or better
- Completed less than a twelve-hour load for at least three semesters
- Completed at least forty hours of work with Kellogg Community College;
successfully managed multiple responsibilities such as working, managing a household, raising a family, or volunteering in the community concurrent with attending classes at Kellogg Community College
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