Tell what sets them apart by thinking about how they have helped to shape your research journey.
- How have they inspired your (and others’) research?
- When did they go the extra mile for you and your project?
- Do they prioritise your research development above other pressures and responsibilities?
- What kind of pastoral support do they provide and how does this benefit you and your research?
- To what extent do they help connect you to a community of research excellence?
This (by no means exhaustive) list will be used to shortlist nominations.

Thank you for getting involved with the UUSU Learning & Teaching Awards!  To help ensure your nomination is submitted correctly here’s a few points to consider.

  • You are able to nominate one or more people in each category?   If you would like to nominate more than one person or group per category, please submit your first nomination and then repeat the form.
  • Please ensure you read the full description and criteria for each award and nominate the right person for the right award and for the right reasons.   
  • Please note that any nominations that do not fit the category brief may be moved to a more relative category based on the information you have submitted.   
  • We cannot accept submissions following the close of nominations.   
  • Though these awards UUSU want to not only share the love but also the incredible best practices you have told us about.   Each nominee will be provided with details of their nominations including who it was submitted by.  UUSU may also share anonymised data to evidence and reflect the real time student journey across all aspects of learning and teaching at Ulster University.   

As a student led awards event we will as far as possible invite student nominators for those shortlisted will be invited to join us for the celebration black-tie awards event on 30th May in the Ebrington Hotel, Derry~Londonderry 

About You

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Are you a student or member of staff?

Your Nomination

Which Faculty is your Nominee from?

Which School or Department is your Nominee From

Tell us why this person deserves this award. Remember to look over the criteria for hints and tips on how to write your submission and give us examples, scenarios, and as much evidence as possible.

Do you consent to UUSU sharing your submission (including name) with your nominee?

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