2026 Outstanding American Indian Student Service Emerging Lobo Award
The Outstanding American Indian Student Service Emerging Lobo Award commends first-year/freshman students at The University of New Mexico-Central Campus committed to serving Indigenous communities at large. Recognition is based on applicant accomplishment and achievement in the areas of leadership, participation in campus activities and organization, academics, and service to Indigenous organizations and tribal communities. Award recipients will be recognized during The University of New Mexico's Annual Recognition Reception on Friday, April 24, 2026.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- First-Year (Freshman) status: must have earned a minimum of 12 credit hours or maximum of 26 credit hours to date at The University of New Mexico-Central Campus
- Current full-time enrollment (minimum of 12 credit hours) at The University of New Mexico-Central Campus
ALL COMPLETED NOMINATION AND SELF-NOMINATION PACKETS MUST INCLUDE:
- Personal Narrative (1-page minimum) describing:
- Academic accomplishments and achievements
- Participation in UNM and/or tribal community organizations and initiatives
- Awards, scholarships, and/or recognition received
- DO NOT attach a resume
- One Letter of Recommendation with corresponding Nomination Form provided by UNM faculty, staff, administrators, students, alumni, tribal community members, or a Native organization (Additional Letters of Recommendation are encouraged: Refer to guidelines below)
- Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB)/Proof of Tribal Enrollment (if applicable)
- Completed Information Form
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION GUIDELINES:
- Minimum 1-page statement describing why the student is deserving of the Outstanding American Indian Student Service Emerging Lobo Award
- Length of time and capacity (personal, professional, academic, etc.) the nominator has known the student
- Knowledge of student's academic performance, campus activities, leadership, and tribal community service
- Completed Nomination Form (must accompany Letter of Recommendation)
Submit nomination & information forms, accompanying statements, and any additional materials to be considered in the selection process via email to aiss@unm.edu
