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Table of Contents 04 Letter from Enactus United States President 05 Introduction 11 Enactus United States Competitions 21 Project Partnerships & Topic Competitions 29 Scholarships, Honors & Awards 45 Appendix Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 3
Dear Enactus Team Advisors, Faculty and Students: You are part of an incredible community of student, academic and business leaders committed to using the power of entrepreneurial action to transform lives and shape a better, more sustainable world. Last year, millions of lives were impacted by Enactus teams seeing possibilities, taking action and enabling progress. The Enactus United States staff is looking forward to supporting you in impacting even more lives in 2013 2014. An integral part of our Enactus culture is the innovation and collaboration made possible by striving for excellence in competition. Athletes know that hard work, discipline, striving for a goal, and focusing on results and the power of recognition make their team and individuals perform at a higher level. Presenting at the US National Exposition, preparing for awards recognition and scholarship incentives the act of taking the risk to put your work out there in front of a judge makes your teams and student leaders better. We know that competition strengthens the value of the learning experience, provides a great conduit for best practice sharing and strengthens the collective impact of the entire network. We are very excited to invite ALL of our active Enactus US teams to the US National Exposition in 2014! We believe the synergy our teams will experience networking and sharing best practices with one another as well as competing on a national level will enable our teams to make an even greater impact on the world. Our staff and leadership team is here to support and serve you in your efforts. Please do not hesitate to contact your Regional Program Manager to see how we can help you achieve your team goals. We look forward to helping you build and sustain a quality Enactus program on your campus! Best regards, David Emerson President, Enactus United States 4 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Introduction Enactus told me You can make a difference right now. Enactus Student Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 5
About this Guide This guide is designed to serve as a companion piece to the 2013 2014 Team Handbook. Please reference the handbook for a complete understanding of Enactus. 1. Organizational Overview & Membership Guidelines 2. Establishing an Effective Team 3. Developing Quality Projects 4. Preparing for Competition 5. Sample Forms & Documents (Appendix) The 2013 2014 Team Handbook provides teams with full details regarding the judging criterion and the competition process. This guide will provide you with competition details which are specific to Enactus United States, as well as the Enactus United States competition dates and location on page 13. Enactus United States Project Partnerships On pages 21-26 within this guide, you will find details about a number of exciting Project Partnerships. Through Project Partnerships, teams have the opportunity to focus on some of the most important issues affecting our world today. Sponsored by Enactus United States partner companies these programs offer teams a focused set of objectives, provide project grants, prize money and special recognition for the teams who achieve the most success addressing these targeted issues. Scholarships, Honors & Awards No team exists on its own. Each successful team can count on a long list of individuals who have contributed time, energy and creativity on its behalf. Enactus United States has established several special honors and awards to provide teams with the opportunity to earn national recognition for their strongest supporters. Introduction Within the first section of this guide you will find an explanation of the guide, an Overview of Enactus United States and Important Dates for the 2013 2014 program year. Each of these scholarships, honors and awards have their own entry format. All submissions are reviewed and winners are selected by a panel of judges. Complete details of the scholarships, honors and awards can be found on pages 29-43 within this guide. Enactus United States Competitions Enactus competitions are challenging, team-oriented events that create a sense of accountability and motivation for teams to continually improve the quality of their projects. They also provide an opportunity for collaboration and best-practice sharing, further strengthening the value of the learning experience and the overall effectiveness of the program. Appendix At the back of this guide, you will find a few forms which are specific to Enactus United States. In the United States, the competition process consists of four rounds of competition across three days at the Enactus United States National Exposition. The competition will progress through the opening, quarter-final, semi-final and final rounds, after which one team will be named the Enactus United States National Champion and be invited to represent the United States at the Enactus World Cup. 6 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Enactus United States Overview Quick Facts Year Founded: 1975 Active Enactus United States Teams: 518* Active Enactus United States Students: 17,294* *Numbers based on fiscal year ending 8/31/13 Our Purpose To enable progress through entrepreneurial action. About Enactus United States Our story Enactus is a community of student, academic and business leaders committed to using the power of entrepreneurial action to enable human progress. We establish student programs on campuses across the nation. Enactus students apply business concepts to develop community outreach projects, transform lives and shape a better, more sustainable world. Our people Enactus was originally founded in the United States in 1975 and the US is now one of 36 countries from around the world that operates an Enactus program. The US operates as a division of Enactus and with over 500 active universities and more than 17,000 student participants, it represents the single largest Enactus country operation. It is a priority country for the future growth and development of the Enactus organization. Our competitions National Competitions are dramatic, energy-filled events where Enactus teams showcase the collective impact of their community outreach efforts. Students present their projects and are evaluated by business leaders serving as judges who rank them on how successful they were at using business concepts to improve the quality of life and standard of living for those in need. The winners of these national competitions are then invited to compete at the prestigious Enactus World Cup. In 2012, more than 36,500 attended these competitions where Enactus students presented a broad range of projects to more than 5,300 judges. Enactus Judging Criterion: Considering the relevant economic, social and environmental factors, which Enactus team most effectively empowered people in need by applying business and economic concepts and an entrepreneurial approach to improve their quality of life and standard of living? Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 7
2013-2014 Program Calendar Key Dates Fall Leadership Conference Enactus World Cup 2013 Fall Leadership Conference September 2013 October 2013 October and November 2013 All teams competing and observing must register online prior to attending the Enactus United States National Exposition. The deadline to register online is March 3, 2014. September October November December January 10-11 18 27-28 29 1 7-10 25 25-26 4 15-16 2 9 11-12 15 15 15 15 Enactus United States Partner Summit (Northwest Arkansas) Registration Deadline for Fall Leadership Conference Lake Buena Vista, FL Fall Leadership Conference (Lake Buena Vista, FL) Enactus World Cup Begins (Cancun, Mexico) Enactus World Cup Ends (Cancun, Mexico) Project Partnership Application Deadlines Registration Deadline for Fall Leadership Conference Anaheim, CA Fall Leadership Conference (Springfield, MO) Enactus United States National Exposition Registration Opens Fall Leadership Conference (Anaheim, CA) Regional Program Manager Team Check Point Mid-Year Feedback Survey Due Enactus United States Partner Summit (Chicago) The Emerging Leader Award Entry Deadline Jules and Gwen Knapp Enactus Ambassador Scholarship Deadline RILA/Unilever Retail Scholarship Deadline Enactus Student Leader Scholarship Deadline 8 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
United States Partner Summit 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition Service Awards Deadline December 2013 & February 2014 April 2014 August 2014 February 1 1 1 1 11-12 14 28 28 Most Supportive BAB Member of the Year Entry Deadline Most Supportive College/University President of the Year Entry Deadline Most Supportive Dean or Department Chair of the Year Entry Deadline Sam M. Walton Free Enterprise Fellows of the Year Entry Deadline Enactus United States Partner Summit (New York City) Regional Program Manager Team Check Point Jack Shewmaker Enactus Spirit Award Entry Deadline Robert Plaster Can t Never Could Award Entry Deadline March April May August 3 3 TBD 1-3 15 1 2 8 Enactus United States National Exposition Registration Deadline Team Data Sheet Deadline for all competing teams Project Partnership Final Impact Report Deadlines Enactus United States National Exposition Non-Compete Team Data Sheet Submission Deadline Non-Compete Teams must submit Team Data Sheet & Annual Report or be rolled to Inactive Status Regional Program Manager Team Check Point Enactus Service Leadership Awards Deadline Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 9
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Enactus United States Competitions I m proud of every member of the team, and I m in awe of the time these students spend, including coming back to campus after the school year has ended, to prepare for competition. Enactus Sam Walton Fellow Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 11
Enactus United States National Exposition Each Enactus program year ends with an annual competitive event. This competition provides teams with an opportunity to present their outreach efforts to a panel of judges who evaluate those efforts and determine which team most effectively empowered people in need by improving their quality of life and standard of living. The model creates a best-practice sharing environment and fosters a healthy spirit of competition which encourages and rewards excellence. New for 2014 This year, instead of hosting a series of Regional Competitions, the Enactus United States has added a day to our National Exposition. Teams will open the event with an opening round of competition. Qualifying teams from the opening round of competition will advance through three additional rounds of competition: the quarter-final, semi-final and final rounds. Teams that did not qualify from the opening round of competition will be placed into a consolation round bracket. These teams will compete on the second day of competition at the same time as the quarter-final round leagues. There will be one round of competition in the consolation bracket, and the winners of this bracket will be named on the quarter-final day of the Enactus United States National Exposition. Please review the advancement process and prize distribution on page 14. Strengthening United States Enactus Programs In an effort to provide the most positive Enactus experience and to create a uniform standard of performance for all United States teams, the Enactus US Improvement Plan has been implemented. Please review these practices with your Regional Program Manager no later than November 1, 2013. 12 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Enactus United States National Exposition United States National Exposition 2014 Tuesday, April 1 Thursday, April 3 The Duke Energy Convention Center Cincinnati, Ohio Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 13
Enactus United States National Exposition Leagues The number of leagues in the opening round of competition is dependent upon the number of qualifying round winners named in the current competition year. Opening Round Maximum of 10 teams per league. Five teams from each league advances to next round. Quarter-Final Round Maximum of 10 teams per league. One team from each league advances to next round. Semi-Final Round Five teams per league. One team from each league advances to next round. Final Round Four Teams Final Round League League #1 League #2 League #3 League #4 League #5 League #6 League #7 League #8 League #9 League #10 League #11 League #12 League #13 League #14 League #15 League #16 League #17 League #18 League #19 League #20 League #21 League #22 League #23 League #24 League #25 League #26 League #27 League #28 League #1 League #2 League #3 League #4 League #5 League #6 League #7 League #8 League #9 League #10 League #11 League #12 League #13 League #14 League #15 League #16 League #17 League #18 League #19 League #20 Consolation Round 1 League #1 League #2 League #3 League #4 League #5 League #6 League #7 League #8 League #9 League #10 League #11 League #12 League #13 League #14 League #1 League #2 League #3 League #4 Award and Prize Money Opening Round Semi-Final Round Champion $1,000 and Trophy 2nd Place $2,500 and Trophy 2nd Place Trophy 3rd Place $2,250 and Trophy Rookie of the Year Trophy 4th Place $2,000 and Trophy 5th Place $1,750 and Trophy Consolation Round Final Round Winner $500 Champion $10,000 and Trophy 2nd Place $5,000 and Trophy 3rd Place $4,000 and Trophy 4th Place $3,000 and Trophy Quarter-FInal Round 2nd Place $1,000 and Trophy 3rd Place $750 and Trophy 14 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Enactus United States Competition Details Pre-Screening Process All competing teams will be required to pass through a pre-screening process before being cleared for registration. The pre-screening will include a review of their Annual Report, Team Bio and any projectrelated materials the team wishes to showcase, as well as confirming that all mandatory reports have been submitted accurately. Teams are approved to showcase items from the front of the room, but are not permitted to place items on judges tables, allow judges to touch, hold, keep nor remove from the room. The team must understand that any items they may have for sale are not permitted to be sold until after the Awards Ceremony. Student and Team Registration Requirement Any student who attends an Enactus United States competition at any level must be a registered student through the online registration process found at www.enactusunitedstates.org. To view a current list of team members for your institution, please refer to the Team and Alumni Roster page of the website. Violation If a team presents or displays items that have not been screened and pre-approved, it will be automatically disqualified from the competitions. Competition Registration Process If your team intends to compete, online registration is required. The deadline for teams to register online is March 3, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. CST. Non-Competing Active Enactus Team Requirement Enactus wants to know what each team is accomplishing under the Enactus brand. Active teams that do not compete at the 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition are required to submit a Team Data Sheet (online) by April 15, 2014. Failure to submit these reports will result in the team being inactive as of May 1, 2014. Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 15
Enactus United States Competition Details Name Badge Policy For security reasons, no one will be allowed to participate in any Enactus event without displaying an Enactus-approved name badge at all times. Specifics on obtaining name badges will be communicated to teams prior to all events. Competition Expenses All expenses, with the exception of any meals provided by Enactus, are the responsibility of the individual team. It is the responsibility of each team to make hotel room reservations for any competition it will attend. When calling to book rooms, teams should request the Enactus room block and the Enactus rate. Reservations must be made 4 6 weeks in advance of the competition date to ensure receipt of the Enactus rate. Room blocks are automatically released by the hotel after that time. Judge Resources Please reference the Team Handbook for the Judges Oath, Individual Team Evaluation Form and Cumulative Evaluation Form used in Enactus National Competitions worldwide. These documents can be found on page 58-79 of the Team Handbook. Competition Pairing Process There will be a minimum of four teams per league. Please review the advancement schedule of teams during the competition process on page 14 of this guide. Any changes to this process will be announced during the spring semester. The teams are placed into competition groups using a computerized pairing process. This program takes into account each team s competition performance from the previous year. First year rookie teams will be evenly distributed among the leagues. The computer program will randomly assign presentation times. No-Show Policy In the event a team does not show up to compete at the event they have registered to attend and have not informed the Enactus United States Program Department of their decision not to compete prior to league pairings being posted, the team shall be subject to the following penalties: 1. First offense Warning 2. Second offense Ineligible to compete for one year and a letter will be sent to the team s institution informing them of the offense. In the event the team is unable to compete due to extenuating circumstances, the team should call the Enactus United States Program Department as soon as possible to inform them of the situation. Forfeiture of $1,000 Award Teams that are selected as finalists in the opening round of the Enactus United States National Competition are required to compete in the quarter-final round or forfeit their $1,000 cash award. In the event of a forfeit, the team does retain its title and trophy. If the Enactus United States opening round finalist team is unable to compete, the Second Place team from that competition league will be invited to compete in their place. Live Presentation Each competing team will have a 25-minute time block for its live presentation. The League Coordinator will keep the official time. After the League Coordinator has formally introduced the team, the time will be precisely divided as outlined below. Live Presentation Time-Block 3 minutes (set-up period) 17 minutes (live presentation) 5 minutes (question & answer session) 16 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Enactus United States Competition Details Annual Report This mandatory report must be typed in a legible font-size and should provide an overview of the team s efforts, results and achievements. It may also include information on future plans for growth and expansion. Annual Reports are limited to the dimensions noted below, but can be bound or folded in any manner: 1. Four single sheets of 8 ½ X 11 or A4 size paper with print only on one side of each sheet. 2. Two single sheets of 8 ½ X 11 or A4 size paper with print on both sides of each sheet. 3. One sheet of 11 X 17 or A3 size paper with print on both sides. Please note: Using one of the dimensions above but cutting the paper in a manner which causes a change in the size is NOT permitted. Important points regarding the annual report If a team uses a cover or back page, it will count as one of those pages. Teams should not use folders, report covers, etc. in conjunction with their Annual Reports. If a team wishes to include a team bio along with the annual report (see Team Bio section of the Team Handbook for more details), the bio must be a completely independent document (not embedded within annual report) and may NOT include any info/ photos related to projects. Although Enactus encourages creativity with the formatting of the annual reports, we ask that teams give careful consideration prior to fully employing new ideas (inclusive of changing the shapes, sizes, etc. of the report). Please contact your Regional Program Manager to ensure that any new ideas are within the guidelines of Enactus. Annual Reports are distributed to the judges during the set-up period as outlined in the Live Presentation section of the Team Handbook. Teams will be notified in advance of the number of Annual Reports they are required to bring to the Enactus United States National Exposition. All judges must receive a copy of the Annual Report. For samples of Annual Reports please visit http://www.enactusunitedstates.org/ competition_resources Project Verification Form Every team must request that their Faculty Advisor, one student and one administrator (e.g. dean, department chair or institution president) review their Annual Report and sign the Project Verification Form. If a team s Faculty Advisor is also an administrator, the form must be signed by another administrator. The Project Verification Form is to be submitted only once per year and serves as just one part of an internal audit of projects and activities at all levels of competition. Team Data Sheet This report provides key information on the team and its activities in the program year. Although the information submitted is used by Enactus and will not be shared with judges as part of the evaluation at any competitive event, it must be completed and submitted online by each active team prior to competing at the Enactus United States National Exposition. Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 17
Tie Breaker Policy Enactus utilizes a global 3-step tie-breaking process should a tie occur. First, judges vote between the tied teams only. No conversation or debate should take place among the judges. If the tie is broken, no additional actions are needed. Scoring is complete. Second, League Coordinator(s) and/or Enactus staff members review the total number of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, etc. votes until one of the tied teams has a higher number of votes in the higher ranking slot. If the tie is broken, no additional actions are needed. Scoring is complete. Third, League Coordinator(s) and/or Enactus staff members explain to the judges that they will be permitted to discuss and deliberate for up to 10 minutes on which of the tied teams should be higher ranked. After 10 minutes (or sooner if the discussion has concluded) the Enactus staff member and League Coordinator will lead a re-vote between the tied teams. Scoring is complete when no ties remain. 18 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Enactus United States Formal Grievance Process The Grievance Process Enactus wishes to uphold the integrity and transparency of every competition. If you feel that a competition rule has been violated by another team or that your team was treated unfairly, please report the violation to the most senior member of the Enactus United States Staff immediately so that the issue can be addressed with the participants and/or individuals witness to the violation. On-site Complaint Filing Process Contact the most senior member of the Enactus United States Staff in attendance at the event to report the violation. On-site Complaint Handling Process 1. Complaints submitted on-site will be reviewed by the Enactus Rules Committee. 2. Upon review of the complaint, if the violation can be resolved in a timely manner at the National Competition, the individual(s) filing the on-site complaint will receive a verbal ruling by the Enactus Rules Committee. 3. The decision of the Enactus Rules Committee is final. Formal Complaint Filing Process If you or your team did not learn of the suspected violation in a way which allowed for the issue to be immediately addressed, you and/or your team may file a formal written complaint. All complaints must be submitted by your Faculty Advisor within 30 days of the suspected violation. Teams cannot request a copy of the complaint against them. Submit an official letter of complaint detailing the violation to: Bernard J. Milano Chairman - Enactus Rules Committee c/o KPMG Foundation 3 Chestnut Ridge Road Montvale, NJ 07645 or via email to bmilano@kpmg.com Complaint must include full name and contact information of the individual(s) filing the formal complaint and name of the college/ university at which the individual is an active Faculty Advisor. Anonymous complaints will be disregarded. Formal Complaint Handling Process 1. Upon receipt of a formal complaint, the filing individual(s) will receive written confirmation of the complaint being received within 30 days of receipt. 2. Formal complaints will be reviewed by the Enactus Rules Committee which is a sub committee of the Enactus United States National Advisory Board with written findings being submitted to the filing individual(s) within 30 days of the receipt of the appeal. Decisions of the Enactus Rules Committee are final. Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 19
Enactus World Cup The National Champion from the United States will be invited to compete against the other National Champion teams from around the world for the title of Enactus World Cup Champion. This competition allows teams to share best practice examples from across the globe. The event is a spectacular exhibit that highlights the rich diversity of languages, cultures and ethnicities represented within Enactus and gives all in attendance a unique opportunity for cultural exchange and understanding. All teams may observe with prior approval from Enactus. Registration is required. Date & Location Enactus World Cup 2014 22-24 October Beijing, China Expenses All expenses, with the exception of any meals provided to the competing teams, are the responsibility of the individual team. Registration To register for the Enactus World Cup, contact the Enactus United States Programs Department at 800.235.9585. Team Audit: Enactus and/or its national offices reserve the right to audit the projects and activities of any and all Teams. All national champion teams will be audited prior to attending the Enactus World Cup. Please contact your Regional Program Manager for more information on the local auditing procedures. 20 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Project Partnerships & Topic Competitions I believe that we have the potential to be and do anything we want to. It is our choices now that determine where we will be years from now. My goal is to take advantage of all the opportunity I am given and be a confident and inspiring leader in whichever field I am in. Enactus Student Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 21
Project Partnerships & Topic Competitions Through Project Partnerships, Enactus United States teams have the opportunity to focus on some of the most important issues affecting our world today. Sponsored by Enactus United States partner companies, these programs offer teams a focused set of objectives and provide project grants, prize money and special recognition for the teams who achieve the most success. Focus on the grant objective. Carefully study the Project Partnership guidelines and show how your project meets the criteria. Be specific. Provide a detailed but concise description of your project with measureable outcomes to demonstrate your preparedness. Timeline October 2013 November 2013 December 2013 February 2014 February 2014 April 2014 Applications due Participating teams notified and grants disbursed Checkpoint with Enactus Staff Checkpoint with Enactus Staff Final Impact Reports due Winners announced at Enactus United States National Exposition Resources In addition to grant funds, each Project Partnership has a dedicated website and Enactus Project Partnership Staff to provide instruction, resources and guidance. Responsibilities Participating teams are required to execute projects that meet the guidelines of each Project Partnership, keep regular communication with Enactus Staff and submit a complete Final Impact Report. Each Enactus team will appoint a Primary and Alternate Project Lead who will ensure these responsibilities are being met. Enactus teams are encouraged to contact Project Partnership Staff at any time and are required to connect with your Regional Program Manager and/or Project Partnership Staff during each checkpoint. See each Project Partnership general terms and conditions for a complete list of responsibilities and expectations. Application Tips Don t wait until the deadline to start your application. Use the Application Sample to create and revise rough drafts before submitting your project proposal online. Clarity, correct spelling and proper grammar matter. Your application may be reviewed by Enactus Partner Company representatives. FAQ Q: Can my team receive more than one Project Partnership grant? A: Yes. Q: Can my team make changes to our project or budget? A: All changes to the proposed project and budget must be approved in writing by Project Partnership Staff. Q: Can my team present a Project Partnership during competition? A: Most definitely! Each Project Partnership is designed to meet the Enactus Judging Criterion and your team is encouraged to include Project Partnerships during your competition presentation. Q: Can my team connect with a sponsor company representative to help us work on the project? A: Some sponsor companies have representatives available to connect with Enactus teams. Contact Project Partnership Staff if you are interested. Q: What if my team is unable to finish the project or has to drop out of the Project Partnership? A: Please contact your Regional Program Manager and Project Partnership Staff as soon as any concerns arise for guidance and instruction. Application Deadlines Walmart Women s Economic Empowerment October 7, 2013 Sam s Club Step Up for Small Business October 8, 2013 Uncap Opportunities for Women Supported By The Coca-Cola Foundation October 9, 2013 Campbell s Let s Can Hunger October 10, 2013 22 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Project Partnerships Campbell s Let s Can Hunger Project Overview The Campbell s Let s Can Hunger Project Partnership mobilizes Enactus teams to measure and demonstrate a comprehensive approach to addressing hunger, including organizing and executing food drives for urgent hunger relief and empowering those in need to defeat the cycle of hunger for lasting hunger relief. Each team will be evaluated on the following: Ability to generate non-perishable food and/or fund donations to sustain increased levels of giving to those in urgent need Impact of the knowledge, skills or resources shared to successfully empower people in need to defeat the cycle of hunger Media exposure (teams are required to recognize Campbell s by name in all Let s Can Hunger activities pertaining to signage, advertising and media outreach) Project concept, execution, outputs and outcomes A 3-5 minute video project narrative See www.letscanhunger.com for complete criteria and to view the Final Impact Report Sample. Project Timeline The project submitted will have outcomes completed between April 20, 2013 and February 27, 2014. Eligibility All enrolled Enactus United States teams are eligible to enter. How to Apply Teams will apply using the online Application at www.letscanhunger. com. Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. CT, Thursday, October 10, 2013. Through the online Application teams will provide information on their participants, detail a proposed project concept and provide a list of expected expenses for project implementation. Grants Up to 100 United States Enactus teams will be awarded a grant in the amount of $300 through Enactus United States. Grants will be distributed in November 2013. Awards Final Impact Reports will be judged by Campbell Soup Company prior to the 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition. Eight Finalist teams will receive $1,000. Three additional teams will be selected to receive a Grand Prize and will be recognized at the 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition. Grand Prize Awards: First Place: Second Place: Third Place: $5,000 & Trophy $4,000 & Trophy $3,000 & Trophy Final Impact Reports Participating teams must submit a Final Impact Report through the designated website no later than February 27, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. CT. Reports received after this time will not be considered for a Finalist or Grand Prize Award. Additional Information Visit the Campbell s Let s Can Hunger website at www.letscanhunger.com for access to online forms, tips, resources, blog and more. Contact Christa Frye Relationship Manager Enactus United States 417.575.3556 cfrye@enactus.org Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 23
Project Partnerships Uncap Opportunities for Women Supported by The Coca-Cola Foundation THE FOUNDATION Project Overview The Uncap Opportunities for Women Project Partnership, supported by The Coca-Cola Foundation, mobilizes Enactus teams to empower women in the United States to raise their quality of life and standard of living by collaborating with a community-based organization serving women or a woman-owned small/niche business to evaluate areas of need and implement changes for improvement. Each team will be evaluated on the following: Degree of empowerment achieved for women Media exposure (teams are required to recognize The Coca-Cola Foundation by name in all Uncap Opportunities for Women activities pertaining to signage, advertising and media outreach) Project concept, execution, outputs and outcomes See www.uncapopportunitiesforwomen.org for complete criteria and to view the Final Impact Report Sample. Project Timeline The project submitted will have outcomes completed between April 15, 2013 and February 26, 2014. Eligibility All enrolled Enactus United States teams are eligible to enter. How to Apply Teams apply using the online Application at www. UncapOpportunitiesForWomen.org. Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. CT, Wednesday, October 9, 2013. Through the online Application teams will provide information on their participants, detail a proposed project concept and provide a list of expected expenses for project implementation. Grants Up to 25 Enactus United States teams will be awarded a grant in the amount of $1,500 through Enactus United States. The initial grant of $1,250 will be distributed in November 2013. The remaining $250 will be distributed in 2014 upon receipt of a completed Final Impact Report. Awards Final Impact Reports will be judged by The Coca-Cola Foundation and/or The Coca-Cola Company prior to the 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition. The top three teams will be selected to receive a Grand Prize and will be recognized at the 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition. Grand Prize Awards: First Place: Second Place: Third Place: $5,000 & Trophy $4,000 & Trophy $3,000 & Trophy Data Reporting Requirement The Coca-Cola Foundation requires reporting of pre- and post-project data. Teams participating in the Uncap Opportunities for Women Project Partnership will be required to submit a Pre-Project Data Report by November 22, 2013. Final Impact Reports Participating teams must submit a Final Impact Report through the designated website no later than February 26, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. CT. Reports received after this time will not be considered for a Grand Prize award. Teams submitting a complete Final Impact Report including outputs and outcomes on their Uncap Opportunities for Women project(s) by the deadline will receive the final $250 stipend. Additional Information Visit the Uncap Opportunities for Women Project Partnership, supported by The Coca-Cola Foundation, website at www. UncapOpportunitiesForWomen.org for access to online forms, tips, resources, blog and more. Contact Kathryn Atchley Project Manager, Global Partnerships Enactus 417.575.3526 katchley@enactus.org 24 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Project Partnerships General Mills Harvest for Good Project Partnership Project Overview The General Mills Harvest for Good Project Partnership mobilizes Enactus teams to implement projects working with businesses in the United States (farms, markets, hotels, restaurants, etc.) to launch or improve a sustainable food waste diversion program to redirect excess produce to local food banks/pantries. Teams will work with the businesses to promote their food waste diversion initiatives, thereby improving the business image as one that is socially responsible and cares about its local community and the environment. Each team will be evaluated on the following: Degree of empowerment achieved for business (as a result of marketing/pr campaign that promotes food waste initiative) Degree of food waste/excess diverted as measured in pounds Long-term sustainability of project Media exposure (teams are required to recognize General Mills by name in all General Mills Harvest for Good Project Partnership activities pertaining to signage, advertising and media outreach) Project concept, execution, outputs and outcomes See a sample Final Impact Report at www.generalmillsharvestforgood.org for complete criteria. Project Timeline The project submitted will have outcomes completed between April 15, 2013 and March 7, 2014. Eligibility All enrolled Enactus United States teams are eligible to enter. How to Apply Teams apply using the online Application at www. GeneralMillsHarvestforGood.org. Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. CT, Tuesday, November 5, 2013. Through the online Application, teams will provide information on their participants, detail a proposed project concept and provide a list of expected expenses for project implementation. Grants Up to 15 Enactus United States teams will be awarded a grant in the amount of $750. Grants will be distributed in December 2013. Awards Final Impact Reports will be judged by General Mills prior to the 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition. The top three teams will be selected to receive a Grand Prize and will be recognized at the 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition. Grand Prize Awards: First Place: Second Place: Third Place: $2,500 & Trophy $2,000 & Trophy $1,500 & Trophy Final Impact Reports Participating teams must submit a Final Impact Report through the designated website no later than Friday, March 7, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. CT. Reports received after this date will not be considered for a Grand Prize award. Additional Information Visit the General Mills Harvest for Good Project Partnership website at www.generalmillsharvestforgood.org for access to online forms, tips, resources, blog and more. Contact Christa Frye Relationship Manager, Enactus United States 417-575-3556 cfrye@enactus.org Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 25
Project Partnerships Sam s Club Step Up for Small Business Project Overview The Sam s Club Step Up for Small Business Project Partnership mobilizes Enactus teams to empower a small business to strengthen their foundation for long-term success through improved business practices. Each team will be evaluated on the following: Degree of business sustainability achieved for small business Degree of empowerment achieved for small business Media exposure (teams are required to recognize Sam s Club by name in all Step up for Small Business activities pertaining to signage, advertising and media outreach) Project concept, execution, outputs and outcomes Teams will be required to provide a minimum needs assessment of marketing, finance/accounting and pricing of their selected small business. Teams will also provide at least 10 hours of mentoring and counseling with each small business. To participate, a small business must be located in the United States, have less than 75 employees and be in operation at least one year. See www.samsstepup.org for complete criteria and to view the Final Impact Report Sample. Project Timeline The project submitted will have outcomes completed between April 16, 2013 and February 25, 2014. Eligibility All enrolled Enactus United States teams are eligible to enter. How to Apply Teams apply using the online Application at www.samsstepup.org. Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. CT, Tuesday, October 8, 2013. Through the online Application teams will provide information on their participating small business, detail a proposed project concept and provide a list of expected expenses for project implementation. Grants Up to 100 Enactus United States teams will be awarded a grant in the amount of $1,500 through Enactus United States. The initial grant of $1,250 will be distributed in November 2013. The remaining $250 will be distributed in 2014 upon receipt of a completed Final Impact Report. Awards Final Impact Reports will be judged by Sam s Club prior to the 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition. Ten Finalist teams will receive $1,000 and a plaque. The top three Finalist teams will be selected to receive a Grand Prize and will be recognized at the 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition. One small business empowered by each Finalist team will also receive $2,000 and a plaque. Grand Prize Awards: First Place: $5,000 & Trophy Second Place: $4,000 & Trophy Third Place: $3,000 & Trophy Final Impact Reports Participating teams must submit a Final Impact Report through the designated website no later than February 25, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. CT. Reports received after this time will not be considered for a Finalist or Grand Prize award. Teams submitting a complete Final Impact Report including outputs and outcomes on their Step Up for Small Business project(s) by the deadline will receive the final $250 stipend. Additional Information Visit the Sam s Club Step Up for Small Business website at www.samsstepup.org for access to online forms, tips, resources, blog and more. Contact Megan Edwards Project Specialist, Global Partnerships Enactus 417.575.3528 medwards@enactus.org 26 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Project Partnerships Walmart Women s Economic Empowerment Project Overview The Walmart Women s Economic Empowerment Project Partnership mobilizes Enactus teams to empower women in the United States to raise their quality of life and standard of living through workforce training and/ or assistance to start or expand a business. Each team will be evaluated on the following: Degree of empowerment achieved for women Media exposure (teams are required to recognize Walmart by name in all Women s Economic Empowerment activities pertaining to signage, advertising and media outreach) Project concept, execution, outputs and outcomes See www.walmartempowerswomen.org for complete criteria and to view the Final Impact Report Sample. Project Timeline The project submitted will have outcomes completed between April 18, 2013 and February 24, 2014. Eligibility All enrolled Enactus United States teams are eligible to enter. How to Apply Teams apply using the online Application at www.walmartempowerswomen.org. Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. CT, Monday, October 7, 2013. Through the online Application teams will provide information on their participants, detail a proposed project concept and provide a list of expected expenses for project implementation. Grants Up to 73 Enactus United States teams will be awarded a grant in the amount of $1,500 through Enactus United States. The initial grant of $1,250 will be distributed in November 2013. The remaining $250 will be distributed in 2014 upon receipt of a completed Final Impact Report. Awards Final Impact Reports will be judged by Walmart prior to the 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition. Three Finalist teams will receive $1,000 and a plaque. Three additional teams will be selected to receive a Grand Prize and will be recognized at the 2014 Enactus United States National Exposition. Grand Prize Awards: First Place: Second Place: Third Place: $5,000 & Trophy $4,000 & Trophy $3,000 & Trophy Final Impact Reports Participating teams must submit a Final Impact Report through the designated website no later than February 24, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. CT. Reports received after this time will not be considered for a Finalist or Grand Prize award. Teams submitting a complete Final Impact Report including outputs and outcomes on their Women s Economic Empowerment project(s) by the deadline will receive the final $250 stipend. Additional Information Visit the Walmart Women s Economic Empowerment website at www.walmartempowerswomen.org for access to online forms, tips, resources, blog and more. Contact Kathryn Atchley Project Manager, Global Partnerships Enactus 417.575.3526 katchley@enactus.org Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 27
Topic Competitions Information coming soon at enactusunitedstates.org/topic_competitions 28 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Scholarships, Honors & Awards When you see what just a few university students can do to change the world around them, you will never again question what students are capable of. Every day, our students are creating value, making a difference, and proving the possible. And that is exactly what Enactus is all about. Enactus Sam Walton Fellow Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 29
Scholarships, Honors & Awards Student Scholarships Enactus Emerging Leader Award Jules & Gwen Knapp Enactus Ambassador Scholarship RILA/Unilever Retail Scholarship Enactus Student Leader Scholarship Deadline January 15, 2014 January 15, 2014 January 15, 2014 January 15, 2014 Faculty Honor Jack Kahl Entrepreneurial Leadership Award for the Sam M. Walton Free Enterprise Fellows of the Year February 1, 2014 Community/Institutional Support Awards Most Supportive Business Advisory Board Member of the Year Most Supportive College/University President of the Year Most Supportive Dean or Department Chair of the Year February 1, 2014 February 1, 2014 February 1, 2014 Team Award Jack Shewmaker Enactus Spirit Award Robert Plaster Can t Never Could Award February 28, 2014 February 28, 2014 Student Recognition Enactus Service Leadership Award Platinum Enactus Service Leadership Award Diamond Enactus Service Leadership Award August 8, 2014 August 8, 2014 August 8, 2014 Note: Finalists are encouraged to thank our participating sponsors/judges. 30 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
The Enactus Emerging Leader Award in Honor of Manly Molpus Purpose To recognize an outstanding university student who has demonstrated proven leadership abilities through their participation on an Enactus team and who exhibits the potential to make significant future leadership contributions to the consumer packaged goods industry. Award The recipient of this award will receive: $5,000 scholarship award to be used for educational purposes Opportunity to attend and be recognized at the annual Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) executive conference in summer of 2014* Paid summer internship at the National GMA headquarters office in Washington, D.C. In addition, the recipient s team will receive: $1,000 project grant *Enactus will pay for all travel related expenses associated with attending the conference for the recipient. Qualifications Applicants must: 1. Be an undergraduate student at a U.S. college/university with at least one more year of class work to complete at that institution. 2. Be an active member of a team and continue as an active member of that team during the following academic year. 3. Have an interest in pursuing a career in the consumer packaged goods industry. 4. Be able to accept a summer internship at the National GMA Headquarters in Washington, D.C. 5. Be able to attend the annual GMA executive conference to accept the award. Application Process Applicants must submit the following information online: 1. Cover page with applicant s name, name of college/university, graduation date, phone number, e-mail address and award name. 2. Self-nomination letter (two pages maximum) addressing the following two questions: How have you influenced your team members to unite around a shared purpose in such a way that it elevated the individual performance of your fellow team members and the overall impact achieved by your team? Please provide examples. How have your leadership experiences in Enactus changed your life? 3. Résumé 4. Two reference letters (one page maximum per letter), one from your Enactus Faculty Advisor and one from a fellow teammate, addressing the following question: How has the applicant positively influenced their team members to unite around a shared purpose in such a way that it elevated the individual performance of fellow team members and the overall impact achieved by the team? Please provide examples. Selection Process A panel of at least three Enactus Board members will review the applications and select the recipient. Entry Deadline All entries must be received through the online application process by January 15, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. CST. Criteria Applicants will be evaluated based on how effectively they were able to unite their team around a shared purpose and, through their leadership influence, elevate the individual performance of their fellow team members and the overall impact achieved by the team. 2012-2013 Recipient from Flagler College, Julian Naranjo Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 31
Jules and Gwen Knapp Enactus Ambassador Scholarship 3. Be an Enactus Service Leadership Award recipient during the year of application. 4. Continue on the team at the same school and earn the Enactus Service Leadership Award the year the scholarship is paid. 5. Be a sophomore or junior at the time of selection in order to use the funds for his/her junior or senior year. 6. Have and maintain at least a 3.25 GPA or its equivalent. 7. Be a United States citizen. 2012-2013 Recipient from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Erik Shewalter Purpose To recognize the leadership, teamwork and communication skills developed in Enactus students. Award The recipient of the award will receive a $10,000 scholarship to be used for educational purposes at the college or university he/she is attending on a full-time basis. The recipient will be recognized as the Knapp Enactus Ambassador for the year in which they receive the scholarship. As the Knapp Enactus Ambassador, the recipient will receive training from Enactus United States and may be asked to represent the organization on campuses and/or at events throughout the academic year. Possible Additional Awards Two or more additional scholarships may be awarded to eligible students. Students receiving additional scholarships will be named a Knapp Enactus Student Leader for one year and may be asked to represent the organization on campuses and/or at events throughout the academic year. Qualifications Applicants must: 1. Be enrolled at a four-year college or university. 2. Be a registered team member who competes at an Enactus United States Competition during the year of application and the year the award is to be paid. *If qualifications two, four and six are not maintained during the year the scholarship is paid, the recipient will forfeit the full amount of the award. Criteria Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on: 1. How significant a difference they have made in the success of their team. 2. How significant a difference they have made in helping others succeed in the free enterprise system through their personal participation. 3. How well they have demonstrated outstanding leadership. 4. How well they have demonstrated superior communication skills. 5. How well they have demonstrated the ability to be a team leader and a team player. 6. How well they have demonstrated exemplary character. 7. Financial need. Application Process Applicants must submit the following information online: 1. Cover page with name, school, address, Enactus team awards, etc. with no reference to race or gender. 2. An unofficial college transcript. 3. One-page essay on how Enactus has changed the applicant s life. 4. One-page essay on how the applicant has changed someone else s life through Enactus. 5. One-page recommendation from the applicant s Sam Walton Fellow. 6. One-page recommendation from two other people of the applicant s choice. 7. One-page résumé. Continued on Following Page. 32 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Jules and Gwen Knapp Enactus Ambassador Scholarship Continued Selection Process 1. A panel of at least two Enactus Board members and a representative of Jules and Gwen Knapp will review the applications and select a minimum of three finalists. 2. The finalists will be interviewed by this same group at the Enactus United States National Exposition. 3. The winner will be announced at the Enactus United States National Exposition and must be present to win. Entry Deadline All entries must be received through the online application process by January 15, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. CST. Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 33
RILA/Unilever Retail Scholarship Purpose Sponsored by Unilever and the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), the purpose of this scholarship is to encourage students to consider career opportunities in the retail industry and recognize one outstanding Enactus student who is planning to pursue a career within the industry. Award The recipient of this award will receive: $5,000 scholarship for tuition at the college/university the recipient is attending for the 2014-2015 academic year. The option to participate in a summer internship with Unilever to experience how manufacturing interfaces with the retail industry. The opportunity to attend and be recognized at the annual RILA Leadership Forum in January 2015.* In addition, the recipient s team will receive: $1,000 project grant *Enactus will pay for all travel-related expenses associated with attending the leadership forum for the recipient. Qualifications Applicants must: 1. Be planning to pursue a career in the retail industry (this can include any job function within the industry, and may also include working for companies who supply the retail industry). 2. Be a registered member of a team that competes at an Enactus United States Competition during the year of application and the year the award is to be paid. 3. Be a full-time student with at least a sophomore standing and have completed at least 30 credits at the beginning of the upcoming academic year. 4. Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent. 5. Continue in school full-time during the academic year for which the award is made and continue in school without interruption, barring leaving the college/university due to illness, emergency, or military service. 6. Be able to attend the RILA Leadership Forum (January 2015) to accept the award. Criteria Applicants will be evaluated based solely on the information contained in the applications and supporting documentation. Application Process The completed application and supporting documents must be mailed together in one package, with exception to the noted items below and all items must be received no later than January 15, 2014. Applicants must submit the following information online: 1. Official scholarship application. The application can be downloaded at www.enactusunitedstates.org 2. Unofficial College Transcript(s) Include transcript from current college/university. Include transcript from any other college/university attended. 3. Résumé limited to one page (1) and must contain the following: Business/Work Experience. Include paid, volunteer, full and part-time positions. Provide name of organizations, dates of employment, position held, description of responsibilities and accomplishments. Enactus Team Experience. Include length of time on team, positions held, Enactus United States Competitions participated in and any leadership responsibilities. Internships. Provide name of organization, dates of internship, supervisor s name, description of projects on which you worked, knowledge gained and how this experience will impact your retail career. Honors, Awards, Special Recognition. 4. Essay limited to two (2) pages, responding to the following: Why are you planning to pursue a career in the retail industry and what attributes/skills do you have that you believe will make you successful? You may also consider including information about: o Your career goals and how you plan to attain them. o Your most meaningful challenge you have had in life/ business and how you addressed it. o Any personal, business, educational, or leadership experiences that would be meaningful in your selection for this scholarship. o What it would mean to you to receive this scholarship. Continued on following page. 34 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
RILA/Unilever Retail Scholarship Continued 5. Three (3) letters of recommendation. Each must be provided in a sealed envelope from the person making the recommendation. Recommendations should speak to the applicant s academic merit, professional goals and leadership qualities. One (1) letter of recommendation from the applicant s Sam Walton Fellow. One (1) letter of recommendation from a fellow team member. One (1) letter of recommendation from a professor or faculty advisor. Selection Process A panel of at least two Enactus Board members and one member of RILA will review the applications. Entry Deadline All entries must be submitted online by February 15, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. CST. 2012-2013 Recipient from Oral Roberts University, Nathan Jennings Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 35
Enactus Student Leader Scholarship Purpose To recognize students whose life direction has been positively impacted as a result of their involvement with Enactus. Award Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Qualifications Applicants must: 1. Be a registered member of a team that competes at an Enactus United States Competition during the year of application and the year the award is to be paid. 2. Continue his/her Enactus participation at the same school or transfer to a school with an established team and earn the Enactus Service Leadership Award the year the scholarship is paid. Criteria Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on: 1. How significant a change in direction has the applicant s life taken through their involvement in Enactus? 2. How likely is this change to impact the future of the applicant? Selection Process A panel of at least three Enactus Board Members will review the applications and select the recipient. Entry Deadline All entries must be received through the online application process January 15, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. CST. *If qualifications are not maintained during the year the scholarship is paid, then the recipient will forfeit the full amount of the award. Application Process Applicants must submit the following information online: 1. Cover page with name, school, address and email. 2. Nomination letter from the applicant s Enactus Faculty Advisor. 3. An essay (two-page maximum) describing themselves, how the direction of their life has been positively impacted through their joining and participating in Enactus, and how they feel that this change will impact their future. 36 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Jack Kahl Entrepreneurial Leadership Award for the Sam M. Walton Free Enterprise Fellows of the Year 2. Letter from the president of the college/university or from the dean/department chair explaining reasons the Sam Walton Fellow deserves this award. 3. Maximum of five letters of endorsement from current team members. 4. Two letters of recommendation from Enactus alumni. Purpose This award honors the Sam Walton Fellows from two colleges/ universities who have done the most to advance the entire Enactus organization during the current academic year, who have made outstanding contributions to students and the team on their campus, including helping students with career placement. Only one nomination per college/university will be allowed. Recognition The recipients will each receive a plaque and a fully paid trip (including accommodations and airfare) to the Enactus World Cup during the current academic year, courtesy of an endowed contribution made by the adult children of former Enactus Chairman of the Board, Mr. Jack Kahl. This award will be presented at the Enactus United States National Exposition. Entry Deadline All entries must be received through the online application process by February 1, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. CST. Nomination Applicants must submit the following information online: 1. A cover page including the name of the award, the college/ university name and the name of the nominee. Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 37
Most Supportive Business Advisory Board Member of the Year Award Nomination The following information must be submitted online: 1. A cover page including the name of the award, the college/ university name and the name of the nominee. 2. A letter (two pages or less) listing the reasons the team believes the individual they are nominating has supported their team and why he/she deserves the award. Team members and the Sam Walton Fellow must sign the nomination. Selection Process A panel of at least three Enactus Board members will review the applications and select the recipient. 2012-2013 Recipient from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Nancy Conley Purpose To recognize the Business Advisory Board member who did the most outstanding job of assisting an Enactus team. Qualifications The nominee must be from an active team that competed at a 2013 Enactus United States Competition. Only one Business Advisory Board Member nomination per school will be allowed. Recognition The recipient of this award will be recognized at the Enactus United States National Exposition and will receive a plaque. Entry Deadline All entries must be received through the online application process by February 1, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. CST. 38 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Most Supportive College/University President of the Year Award Nomination The following information must be submitted online: 1. A cover page including the name of the award, the college/ university name and the name of the nominee. 2. A letter (two pages or less) listing the reasons the team believes the individual they are nominating has supported their team and why he/she deserves the award. Team members and the Sam Walton Fellow must sign the nomination. Selection Process A panel of at least three Enactus Board members will review the applications and select the recipient. Only one college/university President nomination per school will be allowed. 2012-2013 Recipient from Brigham Young University - Hawaii, Steven Wheelwright Purpose To recognize the college or university President who did the most outstanding job of supporting the Enactus team on his/her campus. Qualifications The nominee must be from an active team that competed at a 2013 Enactus United States Competition. Recognition The recipient of this award will be recognized at the Enactus United States National Exposition and will receive a plaque. Entry Deadline All entries must be received through the online application process by February 1, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. CST. Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 39
Most Supportive Dean or Department Chair of the Year Award Purpose To recognize the college/university Dean or Department Chair who did the most outstanding job of supporting the Enactus team on his/ her campus. Qualifications The nominee must be from an active team that competed at a 2013 Enactus United States Competition. Recognition The recipient of this award will be recognized at the Enactus United States National Exposition and will receive a plaque. Entry Deadline All entries must be received through the online application process by February 1, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. CST. Nomination The following information must be submitted online: 1. A cover page including the name of the award, the college/ university name and the name of the nominee. 2. A letter (two pages or less) listing the reasons the team believes the individual they are nominating has supported their team and why he/she deserves the award. Team members and the Sam Walton Fellow must sign the nomination. Selection Process A panel of at least three Enactus Board members will review the applications and select the recipient. Only one Dean/Department Chair nomination per school will be allowed. 2012-2013 Recipient from East Central University, Wendell Godwin 40 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Jack Shewmaker Enactus Spirit Award Method of Judging Two finalist teams and the winning team will be announced at the Enactus United States National Exposition. The winning team is not eligible to enter for three years after receiving the award. Recognition A trophy and $2,000 will be awarded to the overall winning team at the Enactus United States National Exposition. Spirit (n): A particular mood or an emotional state characterized by vigor and animation. Purpose To recognize the team that has demonstrated strong commitment to bettering the lives of others through their efforts and has done so with the utmost passion and enthusiasm for furthering the mission and vision of their team and the organization as a whole. Entry Deadline All entries must be received by February 28, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. CST. Please send two copies of your entry to: Enactus United States Programs Department Jack Shewmaker Enactus Spirit Award Entry 1959 East Kerr Street Springfield, MO 65803-4775 Nomination Submit a two-minute video (DVD in NTSC format) showing what Enactus Spirit means to your team and demonstrating how your team exudes extraordinary Enactus Spirit. Consider the following questions: What drives your team to commit to Enactus? How has Enactus impacted your life? Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 41
Robert Plaster Can t Never Could Award Method of Judging The winning team will be announced at the Enactus United States National Exposition. The winning team is not eligible to enter for three years after receiving the award. Recognition A trophy and $2,000 will be awarded to the overall winning team at the Enactus United States National Exposition. Purpose To recognize the Enactus team that overcame the most or largest obstacles during the year to be able to compete showing the rest of Enactus that Can t Never Could. Nomination Submit a two-page essay stating what obstacles your team overcame during the 2013-2014 Academic Year. Please note that you may nominate another team from the United States that overcame obstacles and Enactus United States Staff Members will also have the opportunity to submit recommendations as well. Entry Deadline All entries must be received by February 28, 2014, at 5:00p.m. CST. All entries should be sent to: Michelle Nevels Senior Program Coordinator at mnevels@enactus.org 42 Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014
Enactus Service Leadership Awards Purpose The Enactus Service Leadership Awards are presented on an annual basis in recognition for time invested through participation in Enactus activities. Qualifying Enactus United States students within each of the three award levels receive a printed certificate. Plus, the award is a great item to add to their résumé. Criteria To qualify for these awards*, applicants must fulfill the following criteria during the academic year in which they are applying: 1. Be an active member of a team. 2. Register as an official Enactus United States student participant at www.enactusunitedstates.org 3. Complete a minimum number of hours of service through participation in Enactus activities: a. 100 hours of service for Enactus Service Leadership Award b. 500 hours of service for Platinum Enactus Service Leadership Award c. 1,000 hours of service for Diamond Enactus Service Leadership Award Nomination This is a self-nominated award. Students who believe they have fulfilled the criteria may apply to receive this award through their online account. Each applicant s Sam Walton Fellow will be required to verify that they have met the award criteria. Entry Deadline All applications for Service Leadership Awards must be approved by Sam Walton Fellows by August 8, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. CST. *The 100-hour and 500-hour awards can be earned each academic year. The 1,000-hour is a cumulative award and can only be earned once. Enactus United States Competitions, Awards & Scholarships Guide Academic Year Ending 2014» 43
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