The UTSA Student Volunteer of the Year Award was created to honor an outstanding student for their time, effort and personal commitment to volunteerism and enhancing civic life in their community. Applicants should also embody the true spirit of civic engagement and volunteerism.

Eligibility:
Applicants must be currently enrolled at the University of Texas at San Antonio and be in good standing (financial, discipline, academic, etc) with the university and have at least a 2.75 overall cumulative GPA. Service documented on this application must be unpaid. Students who are or have been associated with national service programs are eligible to apply.

Selection Process:
This application must be completed entirely to be considered. Nominations and self-nominations are both accepted. This application will require a list of community service activities and two short essays. A selection committee will evaluate all applicants and select the finalists and the winner. The winner will be announced at the University Life Awards.

All applicants are invited to attend the University Life Awards on Thursday, April 2, 2015 in the HEB University Center Ballrooms. Finalists will be called prior to the event and are strongly encouraged to attend.

The application must be submitted by Wednesday, March 4, 2015 by 11:45pm to be considered.

For more information contact Cristina Dominguez at (210) 458-4770 or Cristina.Dominguez@utsa.edu.

Applicants will also have the option to submit their application for consideration for the Sandra Cisneros "Service to Community" Endowed Scholarship. The scholarship can range from $450-$500. To qualify:
- Student must be in good standing (as described above)
- Must be enrolled at UTSA for the Fall 2015 semester
- Must have a FAFSA on file to show eligibility to receive the scholarship