Societies

The Hallam Union Student Awards (HUSAs) form the pinnacle of the year for student activity groups at Hallam Union! Societies, Volunteering, Student Reps, Campaign Reps, Community Reps and Media areas are all recognised for excellent events and exceptional performance across the academic year.

There were a total of 9 awards up for grabs this year to honour the achievement of all of the student-run groups involving several thousand students each year. The students who attended do not only excel in their studies but also in their extra-curricular activities through the fantastic running of their groups and organisation of a wide variety of events.

The award ceremony was a great success. Performances were given by SHU Drama Society, Dannie Beattie and The Antics, amongst others. The results are in and the winners are:

Campaigner of the Year

Winner

Robyn Hartley

Outstanding Contribution to Student Media

Winner

Peter Spencer

Outstanding Dedication to Student Welfare

Winner

Anna Khutoretskaya

The Steel City Achievement

Winner

SHU Stop the Traffik

Outstanding Student Rep of the Year

Winner

Victoria Graf

Outstanding Society of the Year

Winner

SHU Stop The Traffik

Best Event/Performance of the Year

Winner

The Steel Cup 2011 – Hallam Athletics Club

Outstanding Student Staff Member of the Year

Winner

Paola Berisso

Outstanding Volunteer of the Year

Winner

Cherry Buckley

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For more information about the awards which were up for grabs please see the info below.

Campaigner of the Year

This award will recognise an individual who has engaged with campaigns that have had the most positive impact on the university, national or international communities.

• Open to: Individual

• Your application must demonstrate:

1. Evidence of creativity in the delivery of any campaign through events, activities and communication channels.

2. Evidence of strong practice in engagement, communication and team working.

3. Evidence of the significance of the individual campaigner’s impact in a group campaign.

4. Evidence of promotion to and engagement of, a diverse group of students i.e. post graduates, international students etc.

Nominees:

Roydon Mesquita

Matthew Rice

Robyn Hartley

Outstanding Contribution to Student Media

For an individual who has made an outstanding commitment and contribution to SHU Media through support, development and considering new initiatives or innovative ways of collaboration.

• Open to: SHU Media Groups
• Your application must demonstrate:

1. A commitment towards encouraging collaboration between Hallam Union’s student media and to the development of SHU Media.
2. Evidence the commitment to multiple media societies and display of a range of media skills
3. Evidence to supporting other students in their media development
4. Evidence of promotion to, and engagement of, a diverse group of students (i.e. post graduates, international students etc.)

Nominees:

Peter Spencer

Rachel Arthur

Outstanding Dedication to Student Welfare

These awards will be given to “Advice Centre Volunteers” that have shown an outstanding dedication to student support.

Nominee:

Anna Khutoretskaya

The Steel City Achievement

For an individual or group who has made an outstanding contribution via the local, national or international community through a project, event or relationship.

• Open to: All

• Your application must demonstrate:

1. Evidence of the impact of the event / activity on the clients / service users and the community (outside student community)

2. Examples of relationships created within the community (i.e. community organisations, schools, council etc.)

3. Evidence of achievements and outcome of event / activity and the benefit to the student volunteers (i.e. skills learnt)

4. Evidence of achievements and outcomes of event / activity and the benefit to Hallam Union and Sheffield Hallam University (i.e. improved reputation, raising profile etc.)

Nominees:

Akin Lisk-Carew

SHU Street and Breakdance Society

SHU Life Editors

SHU Stop the Traffik

Outstanding Student Rep of the Year

For a pro-active Student Rep who has made significant improvements for students through effective communication, wider engagement and lobbying.

• Open to: Student Reps

• Your application must demonstrate:

1. A commitment to engaging with students and gathering constructive and representative feedback.

2. Evidence of communicating feedback to course/Faculty staff so that issues can be addressed and improvements made.

3. Evidence of reporting back to your fellow students about progress and resolutions to student issues

4. Evidence of engagement with Hallam Union (i.e. attending training and Union Council, involvement in campaigns etc)

Nominees:

Victoria Graf

Thomas Barker

Yihui (Jane) Zhu

Jodie Fearon

Outstanding Society of the Year

For a society who have made a significant impact to Hallam Union and its members.

• Open to: Societies and Liberation Groups

• Your application must demonstrate:

1. A commitment to diversifying the groups income through fundraising, sponsorship, grants etc. and not relying solely on the student groups grant.

2. Evidence that the activities and events organised achieved the society aims and objectives and is innovative and original.

3. Evidence of positive impact upon the members of the society

4. Demonstrate promotion to, and engagement of, a diverse group of students i.e. post graduates, international students etc.

Nominees:

SHU Stop The Traffik

Hallam Afro-Carribean Society (ACS)

SHU Street and Breakdance Society

SHU Drama

Best Event/Performance of the Year

Recognises an outstanding event from planning to execution.

• Open to: Student Groups, nominated events must have taken place since April 2010

• Your application must demonstrate:

1. Evidence of an event that is original, innovative and creative and effectively achieves the group’s aims and objectives.

2. Evidence of good planning (proposal forms, risk assessments etc.) and creative use of resources (finance, staff time etc)

3. Evidence of promotion to and engagement of, a diverse group of students i.e. post graduates, international students etc.

4. Evidence of achievements and the impact they have had on members, students and/or community.

Nominees:

The Antics 2nd Birthday

Culture Shock – Hallam ACS

The Steel Cup 2011

Beat City – SHU Street and Breakdance

Outstanding Student Staff Member of the Year

For a Student Staff member who has shown dedication to improving services for students, by excelling in their role and supporting and motivating others.

• Open to: Hallam Union Student Staff
• Your application must demonstrate:

1. Evidence of an outstanding contribution to the Hallam Union department they are working in, or to Hallam Union as an organisation.
2. Evidence of the impact on service users and students
3. Personal qualities such as reliability, flexibility, customer service skills, cheerfulness etc.
4. Evidence of impact on other staff and student staff (i.e. supporting other student staff in their role)

Nominee:

Paola Berisso

Outstanding Volunteer of the Year

For a Volunteer who has made a significant impact to Hallam Union and its’ members, in addition to the wider community.

• Open to: Individual students

• Your application must demonstrate:

1. Evidence of playing a key part in a Hallam Union volunteering activity. (For example projects; placements; on a committee; in campaigns; with the advice centre or at a volunteering event).

2. Evidence of a positive impact upon the volunteering opportunities beneficiaries (client group, community organisation, university, students etc.)

3. Evidence of personal development (i.e. developing new skills, overcoming a significant personal barrier).

4. Evidence of engagement with Hallam Union (i.e. attending training, regular contact with Volunteer Support Worker etc).

Nominees:

Francine and Nicola Gleadall (Joint Nomination)

Cherry Buckley

Claire Perrie