Student Recognition

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Scholarships

By serving as a student leader, becoming part of an organization or serving your community there are opportunities through Involvement & Engagement to be awarded and recognized for your work through various scholarship opportunities.

Jim Burfisher Scholarship

Jim Burfisher was born in Chicago, Illinois to William and Deborah. He attended the University of Colorado at Boulder and graduated in 2003 with a degree in Economics. Jim was a kindhearted, humble person who led by example and respected those around him. After his passing in 2010, the family looked for opportunities that would allow Jim’s name to live on through worthy causes which embodied both his spirit and passion. Freshman Leaders on Campus was selected because of its reputation as a top flight leadership organization as well as its connection to Chris Featherstone, Jim’s cousin, who helped found the organization while attending UTA. The Jim Burfisher award is given annually to a member who exhibits leadership, academic excellence, and humility; the very traits which made Jim such a special person.

Chuck Hoffman Scholarship

As members of EXCEL Campus Activities scholarship opportunities are available for outstanding member participation and involvement. Selection for this scholarship award is through EXCEL Campus Activities and is awarded annually to one outstanding member of the organization.

John Berry Rogers Scholarship

The John Berry Rogers Endowed Scholarship is open to students who demonstrate dedicated and spirited involvement and hold a leadership role in a student organization or Division of Student affairs program. Students may apply for this annual award through Mav ScholarShop.

Jeff Butler/Matt Russel Scholarship

As members of Student Government scholarship opportunities are available for outstanding member participation and involvement. Selection for this scholarship award is through Student Government and is awarded annually to one outstanding member of the organization.

UTA Ambassador Scholarship

As members of the UTA Ambassadors scholarship opportunities are available for outstanding member participation and involvement. Selection for this scholarship award is through the UTA Ambassador program and available to members of the organization.

EXCEL Member Scholarship

As members of EXCEL Campus Activities scholarship opportunities are available for outstanding member participation and involvement. Selection for this scholarship award is through EXCEL Campus Activities and available to members of the organization.

Outstanding Student Leader Scholarships

Each year top student leaders in a variety of categories are recognized for their dedication, hard work and lasting impact on our campus. The Outstanding Student Leaders Award process recognizes numerous student leadership awards including our top awards of the year the Jeff Sorensen Award and Scholarship and the Wayne Duke Award and Scholarship.

Outstanding Student Leader Awards

Gaitan/Peet Leadership Center Scholarship

The Gaitan-Peet Leadership Center scholarship is available for incoming freshman, transfer or current UTA student leaders. Click on the link below for more requirement details. To apply for the Gaitan-Peet Leadership Center Scholarship, please click below.

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The Leadership Recognition Ceremony

The Leadership Recognition Ceremony is an annual celebration of leadership at UTA. It is an opportunity to honor the outstanding student leaders, organizations and advisors in our community. All students, their families, faculty and staff are invited to attend and enjoy the reception to celebrate the achievements of our most influential leaders of the year.

Wall of Honor

As you walk through the hallways near Bluebonnet Ballroom, be sure to stop and recognize the UTA alumni who have left an impact on our campus through their leadership and dedication to UTA. Students can receive the honor of having their name engraved on the wall of honor through recognition as Outstanding Student Leaders, or serving in top leadership roles of specific organizations.

Wall of Presidents

As you enter the Student Government Chambers, take note of the men and women who have impacted our campus by serving as Student Body President. These students serve as the voice of all UTA Students.