Thank you for reaching out to the Office of Nationally Competitive Awards. This form is for the UTSA community to refer students to our office, so that they can explore their academic and career options within the context of external fellowships. It is never too early to refer a student to our office, as we engage in long-term student development.
While academic performance in the classroom is one indicator of potential success, other areas may be just as valuable in the awards process. You might refer a student to our office if you notice the following characteristics:
- The student displays noticeable leadership characteristics, engaging in sustained activities that make a change on campus or in the community. Examples include founding a student organization, lobbying for policy change in local government, or advocating for a cause in his or her community.
- The student has demonstrated experience as a creator, inventor, or writer.
- The student has engaged in significant research or publishing in their academic field
- The student has done research, internship, service, or teaching in an abroad setting.
- The student will thrive as part of a cohort engaging in postgraduate study, possibly at an overseas institution.
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