This Award was established in honour of Sir Peter Cosgrove, a former soldier, Governor-General, and Chancellor of ACU who has provided many years of exemplary service to the society and veteran community. He is a passionate supporter of current and past veterans and is renowned for his leadership, compassion, and determination. Sir Peter has inspired several generations of veterans in Australia. In appreciation of a spirit of service, this Award is the most prestigious recognition of exemplary and impactful contributions of graduating students to the ACU and wider community.

Overview

  • 1 award presented per year
  • $1000 School Locker voucher
  • Presented to Graduating students
  • Selected by Awards Selection Panel
  • Expected to complete or completed study within 12 months of award nomination.

Selection Criteria

  1. Demonstration of sustained and impactful leadership either directly or indirectly, in formal or informal roles, through co-curricular or extra-curricular activities, including but not limited to mentorship and peer support.
  2. Evidence of exemplary and impactful contributions to ACU. with a clear long-term impact, including but not limited to:
    i) Supporting peers on campus
    ii) Engaging in programs and supporting students on campus
    iii) Advocacy
    iv) Promotion of diversity and inclusivity
    v) Displaying innovation through initiatives or projects
  3. Demonstrated exemplary and impactful contribution to external community or Non-Government Organisation (NGO) during study at ACU. Nomination must clearly articulate nominee’s impact and be endorsed by relevant referee. Examples of contributions include:
    i) Supporting veteran organisations
    ii) Supporting the community (that is volunteering, State Emergency Service, community groups and similar)
    iii) Advocacy
  4. Commitment to ACU’s values and the pursuit of the common good.
  5. Satisfying the academic requirements of the chosen study.

This Award recognises significant and impactful contributions of graduating students to the ACU and wider community.

Overview

  • 1 award presented per year
  • $500 School Locker voucher
  • Presented to Graduating students
  • Selected by Award Selection Panel
  • Expected to complete or completed study within 12 months of award nomination.

Selection Criteria

  1. Evidence of significant and impactful contributions to ACU or the external community during study at ACU. The nomination must clearly articulate and endorse the impact of the nominee’s involvement with examples of contributions including but not limited to:
    i) Supporting peers on campus
    ii) Engaging in programs and supporting students on campus
    iii) Supporting veteran organisations
    iv) Supporting the community (that is volunteering, State Emergency Service, community groups or similar)
    v) Advocacy
  2. Empathy and respect for others when engaging and supporting the ACU/external community.
  3. Commitment to ACU’s values and the pursuit of the common good.
  4. Satisfying the academic requirements of the chosen study.

This Award recognises significant and impactful contributions of continuing students to the ACU and wider community.

Overview

  • 1 award presented per year
  • $500 School Locker voucher
  • Presented to Graduating students
  • Selected by Award Selection Panel
  • Expected to complete or completed study within 12 months of award nomination.

Selection Criteria

  1. Evidence of significant and impactful contributions to ACU or the external community during study at ACU. The nomination must clearly articulate and endorse the impact of the nominee’s involvement with examples of contributions including but not limited to:
    i) Supporting peers on campus
    ii) Engaging in programs and supporting students on campus
    iii) Supporting veteran organisations
    iv) Supporting the community (that is volunteering, State Emergency Service, community groups or similar)
    v) Advocacy
  2. Empathy and respect for others when engaging and supporting the ACU/external community.
  3. Commitment to ACU’s values and the pursuit of the common good.
  4. Satisfying the academic requirements of the chosen study.

This Award recognises significant and impactful contributions of continuing students to the ACU and wider community.

Overview

  • 1 award presented per year 
  • $500 School Locker voucher
  • Presented to Graduating students
  • Selected by Award Selection Panel
  • Expected to complete or completed study within 12 months of award nomination.

Selection Criteria

  1.  Evidence of significant and impactful contributions to ACU or the external community during study at ACU. The nomination must clearly articulate and endorse the impact of the nominee’s involvement with examples of contributions including but not limited to:
    i) Supporting peers on campus
    ii) Engaging in programs and supporting students on campus
    iii) Supporting veteran organisations
    iv) Supporting the community (that is volunteering, State Emergency Service, community groups or similar)
    v) Advocacy
  2. Empathy and respect for others when engaging and supporting the ACU/external community.
  3. Commitment to ACU’s values and the pursuit of the common good.
  4. Satisfying the academic requirements of the chosen study.

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