Start early! Complete your application online and submit the materials that are requested by the deadline. Late applications and materials will not be considered.
Reference
Be sure to get the required letter(s) of recommendation from a faculty member or administrator who knows you well. Make sure you ask them to write a letter specifically showing how your skills and achievements relate to the award for which you are applying. You may want to give a brief summary of the award to your reference. Remember to give this person adequate notice to write the letter and to thank this person.
Since these are the highest honors awarded by UA, you are encouraged, although not required, to select a faculty or staff member from The University of Alabama as your reference.
Essay
Write original work for your essay. Look at the description of the award and any particular criteria that you must address in your essay. Do not send a general essay that could be submitted for multiple awards or honors. Be sure to check your application and essay for grammatical and spelling errors.
