Description
The recipient of this award will be a student who has shown remarkable determination, has had to make sacrifices, and is contributing to the community during work toward a degree. This undergraduate student must be in good standing with the university and have completed a minimum of 90 credit hours.

Application Process
Individuals may apply for this recognition or be nominated by anyone in the University community. The application process includes:

1. an Achievement Award application;
   
2. an essay (not to exceed two typed, double-spaced pages) related to the emphasis of this award; and
   
3. three or more letters of support, written either by MTSU personnel or external community members. No resumes will be accepted with application.

Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by the University Awards Committee and the top three finalists will be interviewed. The award recipient will be recognized at the Student Government Association Banquet.