Student Employee & Tutor of the Year

Student Employee & Tutor of the Year

The Office of Student Financial Aid congratulates all our nominees for their dedication, hard work, and commitment as students, tutors, and employees.

Student Employment Week takes place during the second week of April, and we are thrilled to recognize 31 outstanding nominees this year.

Congratulations to each of you — your contributions make a lasting impact!

2025 Student Employee & Tutor of the Year Winners!

2025 Student Employee & Tutor of the Year Nominees

2026 Student Employee of the Year Eligibility and Nomination Guidelines

Nominate an Outstanding Student Employee Today!

The Office of Student Financial Aid (OSFA) invites you to nominate an exceptional undergraduate student employee for the 2026 Student Employee of the Year Award. This award recognizes students who have made significant contributions to the campus community.

Celebrate with Us During National Student Employment Week: April 13th – 17th, 2026

Eligibility

  • Currently employed on campus as an undergraduate hourly student worker.
  • Employed for a minimum of six months between June 2, 2025, and May 18, 2026.

Selection Criteria
We will evaluate nominees based on their exceptional performance in one or more of the following areas:

  • Community Service: Does the student employee actively give back to the campus or local community?
  • Diversity & Inclusion: Does the student employee promote a welcoming and inclusive environment?
  • Leadership: Does the student employee take initiative and inspire others?
  • Technology & Innovation: Does the student employee effectively utilize technology to improve processes or services?
  • Critical Thinking: Does the student employee approach problems thoughtfully and creatively?

Nomination Process
We encourage you to nominate deserving student employees no later than Thursday, February 26, 2026 not only for a UIUC scholarship, but for regional & national consideration. To nominate a student, please submit the following information:

  1. Nomination Form: Please complete the Nomination Form
  2. Nomination Letter: Briefly describe why the student is deserving of this award and how they exemplify the award criteria.

Please submit all nomination materials by email to Emily Floyd at emilyrf2@illinois.edu. Emailed nominations must come from the nominator’s University email address.

Announcement of Winner
Winners will be chosen on an overall student employee basis. The winner and runner-up will be announced during the National Student Employment Week (April 13th-17th)

Recognition Ceremony on Thursday, April 16, 2026. All nominees and nominators will be notified via email in March.

Questions
For more information or questions about the award, please contact Emily Floyd at emilyrf2@illinois.edu or 217-300-7584.

We look forward to receiving your nominations!

2026 Tutor of the Year Eligibility and Nomination Guidelines

Nominate an Outstanding Tutor Today!

The Office of Student Financial Aid (OSFA) invites you to nominate an exceptional undergraduate tutor for the 2026 tutor of the Year Award. This award recognizes students who have made significant contributions to the UIUC campus & community.

Celebrate with Us During National Student Employment Week: April 13th – 17th, 2026

Eligibility

  • Currently employed on as an undergraduate hourly student worker.
  • Employed for a minimum of six months between June 2, 2025, and May 18, 2026.

Selection Criteria
We will evaluate nominees based on their exceptional performance in one or more of the following areas:

  • Community Service: Does the tutor actively give back to the campus or local community?
  • Diversity & Inclusion: Does the tutor promote a welcoming and inclusive environment?
  • Leadership: Does the tutor take initiative and inspire others?
  • Technology & Innovation: Does the tutor effectively utilize technology to improve processes or services?
  • Critical Thinking: Does the tutor approach problems thoughtfully and creatively?

Nomination Process
We encourage you to nominate a deserving tutor by Monday, Monday, March 16, 2026. To nominate a student, please submit the following information:

  1. Nomination Form: Please complete the Nomination Form
  2. Nomination Letter: Briefly describe why the tutor is deserving of this award and how they exemplify one or more of award criteria.

Please submit all nomination materials by email to Emily Floyd at emilyrf2@illinois.edu. Emailed nominations must come from the nominator’s University email address.

Announcement of Winner
Winners will be chosen on an overall tutor basis. The winner and runner-up will be announced during the National Student Employment Week

Recognition Ceremony on Thursday, April 16, 2026. All nominees and nominators will be notified via email in March.

Questions
For more information or questions about the award, please contact Emily Floyd at emilyrf2@illinois.edu or 217-300-7584.

We look forward to receiving your nominations!