Panther of the Year Award 2026

The Panther of the Year award is the highest award that an Eastern student may receive. The Panther of the Year award is given to up to 3 undergraduate students who have completed 90 credit hours and maintained at least a 3.00 GPA. The students are selected based on academic achievement, service to the community, participation in co-curricular activities, and extracurricular activities as a student at Eastern. The Panther of the Year must show exceptional qualities in volunteering, leadership, and making a difference in the EIU and Charleston community.

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1. Why do you believe that community service and civic engagement is important?
2. How has community service and civic engagement made you a better leader?
3. How have you gotten involved in the EIU and/or Charleston community?
4. What additional information should we know about you or the nominee?
5. Please upload a current resume.

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6. Upload documentation of volunteering. Include organization and number of hours.

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Panther of the Year Award 2026

Panther of the Year Award 2026

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