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The Gamma Sigma Sigma Awards Program The sorority has adopted criteria for each of its awards as the basis for which chapter and colony award winners are selected. All chapters and colonies (as appropriate) are evaluated biennially based on these criteria. Points are reported by each member of the National Board of Directors to include recognition of all activities. The National Secretary, as Chair of the Awards Committee, is responsible for compiling point information and reporting results to the National President. For its awards to individual members, the sorority sets forth criteria and selects winners based on nominations received from the National Board of Directors, chapters or members. Nominations are considered by the National Board of Directors at its summer meeting between conventions and in the spring preceding National Convention. Award descriptions appear below - please see the Awards Section of The Staff for more information on criteria for these awards. ELIGIBILITY All existing collegiate chapters and those whose charters were approved between June and October of the prior Convention year are eligible for all collegiate awards. All existing alumni chapters and those whose charters were approved between June and October of the prior Convention year are eligible for all alumni awards. All existing collegiate chapters and colonies accepted between June and October of the prior Convention year are eligible for District Awards. In order to be eligible for an award, a chapter must have filed all reports with the National Secretary, paid all dues during the two year period to the National Treasurer and have current bylaws and standing rules on file with the National Parliamentarian. PRESENTATION The sorority presents its awards biennially at the National Convention. The names of award winners remain confidential until presented. The sorority's Awards Committee coordinates the purchase and engraving of awards and coordinates the presentation of awards at Convention.
The sorority grants lifetime membership and presents a Certificate of Recognition and a maroon service key with the sorority coat of arms to recipients of the Rosalie Powell Award ("Powell Award"). This award recognizes an alumna member for outstanding contributions to the national organization, continuing achievement and accomplishment in chapter activities, as well as, promoting leadership.
The Mary E. Scout Award ("Scout Award") is a plaque presented to the alumni chapter with the most outstanding service program. A first, second, and third place chapter is recognized.
The Margaret H. Zimmerman Award ("Zimmerman Award") is a plaque presented to the outstanding alumni chapter. First, second, and third place chapters are recognized for their activities and accomplishments in five areas: Contacts and Reporting, Inter-chapter Activity, Public Relations, Service, and National and District Involvement.
The District Award is used to identify the first, second, and third place collegiate chapter in each district. Each chapter is evaluated on contacts and reporting, inter-chapter activity, district and national involvement, service, and public relations. A certificate is presented to each of these outstanding chapters.
The Barbara V. Ferraro Award ("Ferraro Award") is a plaque presented to the collegiate chapter with the most outstanding service program. A first, second, and third place chapter is recognized.
The Margaret M. Linton Award ("Linton Award") is a plaque presented to the outstanding collegiate chapter. First, second, and third place chapters are recognized for their activities and accomplishments in five areas: Contacts and Reporting, Interchapter Activity, Public Relations, Service and National and District Involvement.
The sorority presents a black service key with the sorority coat of arms to recipients of the National Outstanding Collegiate Award, the highest award conferred on individual members. Certificates of Recognition are presented to the recipients and their respective chapters. This award recognizes a member for outstanding contribution to the national organization as well as continuing achievement and accomplishment in chapter activities.
Alumni-at-Large 100+ Hours of Service This award was established by the 22nd NBD to recognize alumni-at-large who have completed 100 or more hours of service during the biennium. A certificate is presented to each recipient of this award. American Cancer Society Awards The American Cancer Society presents certificates to chapters and colonies in recognition of their participation in American Cancer Society projects. The Service Director provides information to the American Cancer Society for determination of these awards. These certificates are presented in the District meetings at Convention. Distinguished Service Awards The Distinguished Service Award was established in 1985 to honor both collegiate and alumni sorority members for service over and above sorority commitments. Members are recognized for outstanding contributions to either one organization or to a variety of organizations. Nominations are gathered from the entire membership; self-nomination is encouraged. A screening committee consisting of the Service Director, one alumni member and one collegiate member, select a maximum of eight finalists to present to the NBD for approval at their meeting between conventions. A maximum of five finalists per biennium are selected at this meeting and then notified of their selection. Recipients of the award receive a plaque along with a donation of $100 made on their behalf to a service organization of their choice. March of Dimes Awards The March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation ("MOD") presents certificates to chapters and colonies in recognition of their participation in MOD projects. The Service Director provides information to the MOD for determination of these awards. Project I.M.P.A.C.T. Awards The sorority presents a certificate to one collegiate chapter and one alumni chapter for each Project I.M.P.A.C.T. topic, in recognition of service programs in these areas. The National Service Director selects the winners of these awards based on information contained in reports. Service Merit Awards Service Merit Awards are certificates presented to up to five chapters or colonies in recognition of specific service projects conducted on their campuses or in their communities. Chapters and colonies must nominate themselves for this award on forms provided by the National Service Director. Nominations must be submitted by April I of the National Convention year. Recipients of this award are selected by majority vote of the National Board of Directors. Woman of the Year Award The Woman of the Year Award is presented to a woman of national prominence in recognition of her outstanding contributions in volunteer service. The recipient may or may not be a member of the sorority. See the Administrative Manual of The Staff, section entitled "Woman of the Year Award" for details of selection of recipients of the Woman of the Year Award. One criteria for this award is that the recipient attend the National Convention and address the assembly. A monetary donation and plaque are presented to the recipient. Pending approval by a ¾ vote of the National Board of Directors the Woman of the Year recipient shall receive National Honorary Membership including a certificate and National Honorary Membership Pin. The National Honorary Membership pin is all gold without the maroon and white border of the chapter pin.
Anniversary Certificates Certificates are presented to chapters celebrating anniversaries, in increments of 5 years, at Convention. District Recognition Certificates In recognition of special contributions to district affairs or achievements in chapter activities, District Directors may present certificates to members. Recipients are determined by District Directors. Expansion/Reactivation Certificates In recognition of special contributions to the sorority, in reactivation or colonization activities, certificates may be presented to individual members or chapters. Recipients are determined by members of the National Board of Directors. Marvyn Glover Special Recognition Awards Traditionally, the sorority has recognized outstanding service of eight or more years to the national organization by members of the National Board of Directors and National Staff. A plaque is presented to recipients of this award. Recipients are determined by majority vote of the National Board of Directors. National Outstanding Advisor Award Chapters may nominate their advisor for outstanding or continuing contribution to the chapter. Nominations must be submitted to the National Membership Director by April 1 of the Convention year. Recipients of this award are selected by majority vote of the National Board of Directors. The recipient would be presented with a plaque during the National Convention. All nominated advisors would receive a certificate for their work. Submit an application for your Advisor! Download it here -- Outstanding Advisor Nomination Form National Outstanding Board or Staff Member Award This award was created by the 21st NBD to recognize outstanding efforts of one member of the Board or Staff each biennium. The recipient is chosen by a vote of the NBD prior to Convention. The recipient will receive a plaque and be recognized at Convention. The Spirit of Gamma Sig Awards The Spirit of Gamma Sig Awards were established to recognize unique accomplishments of chapters which exemplify the spirit of the organization. Examples of items for consideration could include a large increase in membership, aid in expansion or reactivation, a large number in attendance at a conference, overcoming a great problem, significant aid to their college, or aid to other organizations. Chapters are nominated by a member of the National Board of Directors and nominees are voted on by the National Board of Directors. All three of the chapters are equally awarded, receiving a certificate and Spirit Stick.
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