ORDER
OF OMEGA
2017
Awards and Applications
ORDER OF OMEGA
Beta Alpha Chapter P.O. Box 870132
University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL 35487
Lacey Cencula, Pi Beta Phi, President
Marshall Lee, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Vice President
Dalton Thomas, Kappa Sigma, Treasurer
Franklin Williams, Phi Delta Theta, Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO:Sorority and Fraternity Presidents
FROM:Lacey Cencula, Order of Omega President
DATE:January 10, 2017
SUBJECT:2017 Greek Awards Applications Packet
Attached to this memorandum, please find copies of application/ nomination forms for the 2017 Greek Awards. These awards will be given at the Order of Omega Greek Awards Ceremony and Banquet on April 19, 2017 and the location is the North River Yacht Club.
Each year, Order of Omega seeks to recognize outstanding accomplishment among individual members and chapters of the Alabama Greek System. Review enclosed forms to ascertain the award categories for which you or other chapter members deserve accolades for achievements throughout the year, and please make every effort to apply for all applicable awards.
ALL APPLICATIONS FOR AWARDS AND MEMBERSHIP ARE DUE
February 17, 2017 BY 4:00PM
IN THE OFFICE OF GREEK LIFE- Ferguson Center 2512
THE ORDER OF OMEGA GREEK AWARDS CEREMONY AND BANQUET WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 19, 2017 AND THE LOCATION IS NORTHRIVER YACHT CLUB.
5:30PM- Initiation of New Members
6:00PM- Election of Officers
7:00PM- Dinner and Awards
If you have any questions, please contact Lacey Cencula at .
ORDER OF OMEGA
In this packet, you should find forms for the following awards:
- Outstanding Greek Man of the Year (Senior)
- Outstanding Greek Woman of the Year (Senior)
- Outstanding Freshman
- Outstanding Sophomore
- Outstanding Junior
- Outstanding Sorority and Fraternity Advisor
- Outstanding Sorority and Fraternity President
- Outstanding Sorority and Fraternity Chapter
- Order of Omega Membership
- The Clara Trawick Outstanding House Director
- The Richard B. Funk Award
- Greek Relations Award
The Order of Omega Award Application
OUTSTANDING GREEK MAN OF THE YEAR
The Beta Alpha Chapter of Order of Omega was established at the University of Alabama in 1974 to recognize and promote outstanding achievement among individuals affiliated with campus sororities and fraternities. Goals of the Order of Omega include: 1) recognizing students who have attained a standard of leadership in inter-Greek activities; 2) encouraging these students to continue a commitment to academics and philanthropy; 3) inspiring others to achieve similar goals; and 4) bringing together faculty, staff, alumni, and student members of University sororities and fraternities in pursuit of endeavors promoting mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness within campus and local communities.
The Order of Omega Award for OUTSTANDING GREEK MAN OF THE YEAR is presented annually to a senior fraternity member for exceptional contributions to the chapter, the Greek system, and the University reflecting the Objectives of The Order of Omega. In determining the recipient of this award, the selection committee considers the nominee’s active participation in the chapter, inter-Greek leadership, academic achievements and honors, campus and community service, and involvement in endeavors promoting productive interaction with other campus constituents, including non-affiliated students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the Tuscaloosa community.
Nominating Sorority/Fraternity______
Name______CWID#______
Campus Address______
E-mail Address______Phone______
Parent/Guardian Name(s)______
Permanent Mailing Address______
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES
______
INTER-GREEK ACTIVITIES (IFC/Panhellenic/NPHC, etc)
______
ACADEMIC AWARDS AND HONORS
Major______GPA______
______
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
______
______
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
______
PLEASE DESCRIBE BELOW, IN 300 WORDS OR LESS, THE NOMINEE’S
INVOLVEMENT IN A SPECIFIC PROJECT OR PROGRAM BENEFITTING
THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA’S GREEK SYSTEM
______
______
Letters of recommendation from the University faculty or staff and Greek alumni are NOT required to complete the nomination process. However, they may be helpful to the selection committee in weighing the accomplishments of all nominees. Please address any letters of recommendation to: The Order of Omega Greek Awards Selection Committee and bring these letters or other supporting documentation with the completed application to the Office of the Dean of Students.
THIS COMPLETED FORM IS DUE TO THE OFFICE OF Greek Affairs - 2512 FERGUSON – BY
February 17, 2017 AT 4:00PM
If you have any questions, please contact Lacey Cencula at .
PERSON COMPLETING FORM______PHONE______
Chapter President SignatureChapter Advisor Signature
______
I hereby authorize The Order of Omega Awards Selection Committee to verify my grade-point average through the Office of the Dean of Students.
NOMINEE’S SIGNATURE AND DATE OF INITIATIONDATE
______
The Order of Omega Award Application
OUTSTANDING GREEK WOMAN OF THE YEAR
The Beta Alpha Chapter of Order of Omega was established at the University of Alabama in 1974 to recognize and promote outstanding achievement among individuals affiliated with campus sororities and fraternities. Goals of the Order of Omega include: 1) recognizing students who have attained a standard of leadership in inter-Greek activities; 2) encouraging these students to continue a commitment to academics and philanthropy; 3) inspiring others to achieve similar goals; and 4) bringing together faculty, staff, alumni, and student members of University sororities and fraternities in pursuit of endeavors promoting mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness within campus and local communities.
The Order of Omega Award for OUTSTANDING GREEK WOMAN OF THE YEAR is presented annually to a senior sorority member for exceptional contributions to the chapter, the Greek system, and the University reflecting the Objectives of The Order of Omega. In determining the recipient of this award, the selection committee considers the nominee’s active participation in the chapter, inter-Greek leadership, academic achievements and honors, campus and community service, and involvement in endeavors promoting productive interaction with other campus constituents, including non-affiliated students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the Tuscaloosa community.
Nominating Sorority/Fraternity______
Name______CWID#______
Campus Address______
E-mail Address______Phone______
Parent/Guardian Name(s)______
Permanent Mailing Address______
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES
______
INTER-GREEK ACTIVITIES (IFC/Panhellenic/NPHC, etc)
______
ACADEMIC AWARDS AND HONORS
Major______GPA______
______
______
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
______
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
______
PLEASE DESCRIBE BELOW, IN 300 WORDS OR LESS, THE NOMINEE’S
INVOLVEMENT IN A SPECIFIC PROJECT OR PROGRAM BENEFITTING
THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA’S GREEK SYSTEM
______
______
______
Letters of recommendation from the University faculty or staff and Greek alumni are NOT required to complete the nomination process. However, they may be helpful to the selection committee in weighing the accomplishments of all nominees. Please address any letters of recommendation to: The Order of Omega Greek Awards Selection Committee and bring these letters or other supporting documentation with the completed application to the Office of the Dean of Students.
THIS COMPLETED FORM IS DUE TO THE OFFICE OF Greek Affairs – 2512 FERGUSON – BY
February 17, 2017 AT 4:00PM
If you have any questions, please contact Lacey Cencula at
PERSON COMPLETING FORM______PHONE______
Chapter President SignatureChapter Advisor Signature
______
I hereby authorize The Order of Omega Awards Selection Committee to verify my grade-point average through the Office of the Dean of Students.
NOMINEE’S SIGNATURE AND DATE OF INITIATIONDATE
______
The Order of Omega Award Application
OUTSTANDING FRESHMAN
The Beta Alpha Chapter of Order of Omega was established at the University of Alabama in 1974 to recognize and promote outstanding achievement among individuals affiliated with campus sororities and fraternities. Goals of the Order of Omega include: 1) recognizing students who have attained a standard of leadership in inter-Greek activities; 2) encouraging these students to continue a commitment to academics and philanthropy; 3) inspiring others to achieve similar goals; and 4) bringing together faculty, staff, alumni, and student members of University sororities and fraternities in pursuit of endeavors promoting mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness within campus and local communities.
The Order of Omega Award for OUTSTANDING FRESHMAN is presented annually to a maximum of six fraternity or sorority members for exceptional contributions to the chapter, the Greek system, and the University reflecting the Objectives of The Order of Omega. In determining the recipient of this award, the selection committee considers the nominee’s active participation in the chapter, inter-Greek leadership, academic achievements and honors, campus and community service, and involvement in endeavors promoting productive interaction with other campus constituents, including non-affiliated students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the Tuscaloosa community.
Nominating Sorority/Fraternity______
Name______CWID#______
Campus Address______
E-mail Address______Phone______
Parent/Guardian Name(s)______
Permanent Mailing Address______
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES
______
INTER-GREEK ACTIVITIES (IFC/Panhellenic/NPHC, etc)
______
ACADEMIC AWARDS AND HONORS
Major______GPA______
______
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
______
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
______
PLEASE DESCRIBE BELOW, IN 300 WORDS OR LESS, THE NOMINEE’S
INVOLVEMENT IN A SPECIFIC PROJECT OR PROGRAM BENEFITTING
THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA’S GREEK SYSTEM
______
______
______
Letters of recommendation from the University faculty or staff and Greek alumni are NOT required to complete the nomination process. However, they may be helpful to the selection committee in weighing the accomplishments of all nominees. Please address any letters of recommendation to: The Order of Omega Greek Awards Selection Committee and bring these letters or other supporting documentation with the completed application to the Office of the Dean of Students.
THIS COMPLETED FORM IS DUE TO THE OFFICE OF GREEK AFFAIRS – 2512 FERGUSON – BY
February 17, 2017 AT 4:00PM
If you have any questions, please contact Lacey Cencula at
PERSON COMPLETING FORM______PHONE______
Chapter President SignatureChapter Advisor Signature
______
I hereby authorize The Order of Omega Awards Selection Committee to verify my grade-point average through the Office of the Dean of Students.
NOMINEE’S SIGNATURE AND DATE OF INITIATIONDATE
______
The Order of Omega Award Application
OUTSTANDING SOPHOMORE
The Beta Alpha Chapter of Order of Omega was established at the University of Alabama in 1974 to recognize and promote outstanding achievement among individuals affiliated with campus sororities and fraternities. Goals of the Order of Omega include: 1) recognizing students who have attained a standard of leadership in inter-Greek activities; 2) encouraging these students to continue a commitment to academics and philanthropy; 3) inspiring others to achieve similar goals; and 4) bringing together faculty, staff, alumni, and student members of University sororities and fraternities in pursuit of endeavors promoting mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness within campus and local communities.
The Order of Omega Award for OUTSTANDING SOPHOMORE is presented annually to a maximum of six fraternity or sorority members for exceptional contributions to the chapter, the Greek system, and the University reflecting the Objectives of The Order of Omega. In determining the recipient of this award, the selection committee considers the nominee’s active participation in the chapter, inter-Greek leadership, academic achievements and honors, campus and community service, and involvement in endeavors promoting productive interaction with other campus constituents, including non-affiliated students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the Tuscaloosa community.
Nominating Sorority/Fraternity______
Name______CWID#______
Campus Address______
E-mail Address______Phone______
Parent/GuardianName(s)______
Permanent Address______
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES
______
INTER-GREEK ACTIVITIES (IFC/Panhellenic/NPHC, etc)
______
ACADEMIC AWARDS AND HONORS
Major______GPA______
______
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
______
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
______
PLEASE DESCRIBE BELOW, IN 300 WORDS OR LESS, THE NOMINEE’S
INVOLVEMENT IN A SPECIFIC PROJECT OR PROGRAM BENEFITTING
THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA’S GREEK SYSTEM
______
Letters of recommendation from the University faculty or staff and Greek alumni are NOT required to complete the nomination process. However, they may be helpful to the selection committee in weighing the accomplishments of all nominees. Please address any letters of recommendation to: The Order of Omega Greek Awards Selection Committee and bring these letters or other supporting documentation with the completed application to the Office of the Dean of Students.
THIS COMPLETED FORM IS DUE TO THE OFFICE OF GREEK AFFAIRS – 2512 FERGUSON – BY
February 17, 2017 AT 4:00PM
If you have any questionsplease contact Lacey Cencula at
PERSON COMPLETING FORM______PHONE______
Chapter President SignatureChapter Advisor Signature
______
I hereby authorize The Order of Omega Awards Selection Committee to verify my grade-point average through the Office of the Dean of Students.
NOMINEE’S SIGNATURE AND DATE OF INITIATIONDATE
______
The Order of Omega Award Application
OUTSTANDING JUNIOR
The Beta Alpha Chapter of Order of Omega was established at the University of Alabama in 1974 to recognize and promote outstanding achievement among individuals affiliated with campus sororities and fraternities. Goals of the Order of Omega include: 1) recognizing students who have attained a standard of leadership in inter-Greek activities; 2) encouraging these students to continue a commitment to academics and philanthropy; 3) inspiring others to achieve similar goals; and 4) bringing together faculty, staff, alumni, and student members of University sororities and fraternities in pursuit of endeavors promoting mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness within campus and local communities.
The Order of Omega Award for OUTSTANDING JUNIOR is presented annually to a maximum of six fraternity or sorority members for exceptional contributions to the chapter, the Greek system, and the University reflecting the Objectives of The Order of Omega. In determining the recipient of this award, the selection committee considers the nominee’s active participation in the chapter, inter-Greek leadership, academic achievements and honors, campus and community service, and involvement in endeavors promoting productive interaction with other campus constituents, including non-affiliated students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the Tuscaloosa community.
Nominating Sorority/Fraternity: ______
Name______CWID#______
Campus Address______
E-mail Address______Phone______
Parent/Guardian Name(s)______
Permanent Mailing Address______
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES
______
INTER-GREEK ACTIVITIES (IFC/Panhellenic/NPHC, etc)
______
ACADEMIC AWARDS AND HONORS
Major______GPA______
______
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
______
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
______
PLEASE DESCRIBE BELOW, IN 300 WORDS OR LESS, THE NOMINEE’S
INVOLVEMENT IN A SPECIFIC PROJECT OR PROGRAM BENEFITTING
THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA’S GREEK SYSTEM
______
Letters of recommendation from the University faculty or staff and Greek alumni are NOT required to complete the nomination process. However, they may be helpful to the selection committee in weighing the accomplishments of all nominees. Please address any letters of recommendation to: The Order of Omega Greek Awards Selection Committee and bring these letters or other supporting documentation with the completed application to the Office of the Dean of Students.
THIS COMPLETED FORM IS DUE TO THE OFFICE OF GREEK AFFAIRS – 2512 FERGUSON – BY
February 17, 2017 AT 4:00PM
If you have any questions,please contact Lacey Cencula at
PERSON COMPLETING FORM ______PHONE______
Chapter President SignatureChapter Advisor Signature
______
I hereby authorize The Order of Omega Awards Selection Committee to verify my grade-point average through the Office of the Dean of Students.
NOMINEE’S SIGNATURE AND DATE OF INITIATIONDATE
______
The Order of Omega Award Application
RUSTY QUARLES OUTSTANDING FRATERNITY ADVISOR
The Beta Alpha Chapter of Order of Omega was established at the University of Alabama in 1974 to recognize and promote outstanding achievement among individuals affiliated with campus sororities and fraternities. Goals of the Order of Omega include: 1) recognizing students who have attained a standard of leadership in inter-Greek activities; 2) encouraging these students to continue a commitment to academics and philanthropy; 3) inspiring others to achieve similar goals; and 4) bringing together faculty, staff, alumni, and student members of University sororities and fraternities in pursuit of endeavors promoting mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness within campus and local communities.
The Order of Omega Award for RUSTY QUARLES OUTSTANDING FRATERNITY ADVISOR is presented annually to one fraternity advisor or house corporation member for exceptional contributions to the chapter, the Greek system, and the University reflecting the Objectives of The Order of Omega. This award was renamed in 2002 to honor the memory of Rusty Quarles who served as the advisor to Sigma Alpha Epsilon and died suddenly in 2002. In determining the recipient of this award, the selection committee considers the nominee’s active participation in the chapter, inter-Greek leadership, academic achievements and honors, campus and community service, and involvement in endeavors promoting productive interaction with other campus constituents, including non-affiliated students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the Tuscaloosa community.
Nominating Sorority/Fraternity______
Name______CWID#______
Campus Address______
E-mail Address______Phone______
Permanent Mailing Address______
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES
______
INTER-GREEK ALUMNI ACTIVITIES
______
PROFESSIONAL/PERSONAL AWARDS AND HONORS
______
UNIVERSITY INVOLVEMENT
______
LOCAL, REGIONAL, OR STATE-WIDE COMMUNITY SERVICE
______
OTHER AWARDS AND HONORS
______
PLEASE DESCRIBE BELOW, IN 300 WORDS OR LESS, THE NOMINEE’S
INVOLVEMENT IN A SPECIFIC PROJECT OR PROGRAM BENEFITTING
THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA’S GREEK SYSTEM
______
______
Letters of recommendation from the University faculty or staff and Greek alumni are NOT required to complete the nomination process. However, they may be helpful to the selection committee in weighing the accomplishments of all nominees. Please address any letters of recommendation to: The Order of Omega Greek Awards Selection Committee and bring these letters or other supporting documentation with the completed application to the Office of the Dean of Students.
THIS COMPLETED FORM IS DUE TO THE OFFICE OF GREEK AFFAIRS – 2512 FERGUSON – BY
February 17, 2017 AT 4:00PM
If you have any questions, please contact Lacey Cencula at
PERSON COMPLETING FORM______PHONE______
Chapter President Signature______
The Order of Omega Award Application
OUTSTANDING SORORITY ADVISOR
The Beta Alpha Chapter of Order of Omega was established at the University of Alabama in 1974 to recognize and promote outstanding achievement among individuals affiliated with campus sororities and fraternities. Goals of the Order of Omega include: 1) recognizing students who have attained a standard of leadership in inter-Greek activities; 2) encouraging these students to continue a commitment to academics and philanthropy; 3) inspiring others to achieve similar goals; and 4) bringing together faculty, staff, alumni, and student members of University sororities and fraternities in pursuit of endeavors promoting mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness within campus and local communities.