Student Engagement Awards
Who at OCC has impacted you?
We are excited to recognize outstanding OCC students and employees who have positively impacted our campus community. We invite you to help us celebrate those who support the academic excellence, personal growth, and success of others by recognizing them for their contributions to student engagement and success.
2025 Student Awards
Connect.Engage.Belong. Award
This award recognizes the student who:
- Actively participates in all aspects of the academic experience
- Demonstrates a passion for learning
- Engages with course material beyond minimum requirements and collaborates effectively with peers and instructors
- Seeks opportunities for involvement and leadership and inspires others
- Creates a supportive atmosphere for their peers
- Promotes a sense of belonging
2025 Perseverance Award
This award celebrates the student who:
- Has made strides to improve academically or overcome major obstacles
- Become more involved in campus activities or events
- Is driven to succeed at OCC
Employee Awards
2025 P.A.C.E. Award
This award recognizes the faculty member who:
- Proactively engages students both inside and outside the classroom
- Uses creative methods to enhance student learning and success
2025 Staff That Are Remarkable (S.T.A.R.) Award
We all know OCC employees who are energetic, reliable and full of great ideas – now is the time to celebrate these special people! This award recognizes the employee who: