STAR Awards
What are the STAR Awards?
In 1996 Missouri State University hosted the first ever Student Talent and Recognition (STAR) Awards Ceremony. Each year the STAR Awards ceremony honors outstanding student leaders and student organizations which have been nominated by various organizations, students, faculty, and staff. Since its beginning, STAR Awards has recognized over 350 students, organizations, and advisors at Missouri State.
About the awards and application process
On average, 150 applications are submitted to the Office of Student Engagement each year and nominations are taken from faculty, staff, students, and student organizations. We encourage you to make nominations for every award possible, for there are two categories: organization and individual.
No applications will be accepted via email or physically. Only those submitted utilizing the online nomination form will be accepted.
2024 STAR Awards
This occasion is best described as a business formal/cocktail event which surrounds its guests with elegant décor.
- Monday, April 22nd
- Location: PSU Ballroom
- 5:00 pm
2024 STAR Awards Nominations
- STAR Awards applications are LIVE on BearLink and are due by March 3, 2024 at 5:00 pm.
- Self-Nominations are not accepted for the Individual Category.
Individual Awards Category
Emerging Leader (Outstanding First Year)
Outstanding First-Generation Student
Outstanding Non-Traditional Student
Outstanding Organizational Advisor
Organizational Awards Category
Mark of Distinction (Org of the Year)
Outstanding Commitment to Public Affairs
Outstanding Membership Development Initiative
Outstanding Diversity & Inclusion Initiative
Outstanding Social Media Presence
Outstanding Academic or Educational Program
Outstanding Social, Service, or Philanthropic Program
SGA Initiative Award (see form on BearLink)
Questions about STAR Awards?
If your question is not addressed above, please email BriarDouglas@missouristate.edu or call the Office of Student Engagement at 417-836-4386.