SUSS Spirit Award

The SUSS Spirit Award recognises current Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) students who exemplify 'Heart' in our educational philosophy of 'Head, Heart and Habit'.

The award honours SUSS students who are stewards of social good; demonstrating people-oriented, social-centric values including honesty, integrity, commitment, resilience, moral courage, service to others and selfless contribution to society.

Award winners are expected to demonstrate excellence in at least one of the following three categories of attributes:

(a) character strength;

(b) willingness to help others; and

The SUSS Spirit Award is not open for self-nomination. Instead, we welcome nominations from students, faculty, staff, industry and community partners (e.g. those offering work attachments, community engagement opportunities etc.) working directly with our students.

Up to ten cash awards valued at S$2,500 each will be given for the academic year, subject to the quality of nominations. The award can be used to offset awardees' tuition fees.

Award winners are expected to fulfil responsibilities such as being SUSS ambassadors and volunteers at SUSS events.

Get to know our past Spirit Award recipients here.

Nominations for 2025 will open from 3 - 28 March 2025.

Spirit Award recipients will be announced in July. The decision of the award recipients by the selection panel is final.

Refer to our Frequently Asked Questions if you need clarifications. For further enquiries, please contact SUSS Service-Learning at [email protected].

I am a SUSS student and I am interested in being nominated. Can I submit my own nomination form?
The SUSS Spirit Award is not open for self-nomination. Instead, nominations are accepted from students, faculty, staff, industry and community partners working directly with our students (e.g., those offering work attachments).

I know of an outstanding student that has just graduated. Can I nominate him/her?
No, Spirit Award is only open to current students. Students must be current students in the January 2025 semester to be eligible for nomination.
Are only full-time students eligible to be nominated?
Spirit Award is open to all current students from the Full-Time, Part-Time, Graduate and Law programmes.
Can I nominate the same student(s) if they have been nominated but did not receive the Spirit Award in the previous year(s)?
Yes, students who were nominated in previous years but did not receive the Spirit Award are eligible to be nominated again.
Can students be nominated again if they have received the Spirit Award before?
No, they will not be eligible for the award again.
Will involvement outside of SUSS programmes be recognised?
Yes, contributions and achievements outside of SUSS programs will be recognised. Please share the outstanding work our students are accomplishing beyond the university.
Can students be nominated if they have been nominated/applied for other University Awards such as the Provost 3H Fund – Community Impact Award?
Yes, students may be nominated for multiple University Awards, including the Provost 3H Fund – Community Impact Award. Each award is distinct and recognises different achievements and contributions. For more details, please refer to the respective award’s website.

FAQ last updated on 12 February 2025