The Student of the Year Award is presented to one graduate and one undergraduate student who are nominated by themselves/staff/faculty/employer for their achievements in their worksite, demonstration of professional and/or personal growth, and evidence of leadership.
To be eligible, students must have participated in at least one semester of experiential education: internship, practicum, clinical, fieldwork, research, organizational leadership or student teaching in the 2025 calendar year.
Thank you for taking the time to nominate someone for a 2026 Toppel Award. Finalists and their nominators will be invited to the virtual ceremony taking place on Friday, February 20, 2026.