THE ALPHA SIGMA OMEGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION AND

ALPHA SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER OF ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA, SORORITY INC.

2009 NYELA YOUTH SERVICE AWARDS
Nyela stands for one who succeeds or preservers in providing service. The Alpha Sigma Omega Education Foundation in
conjunction Alpha Sigma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated announce our second bi-annual youth
service award recognition program.
The Alpha Sigma Omega Education Foundation (ASOEF) and the Alpha Sigma Omega Chapter (ASOC) believe that
through volunteer service, one individual can make a difference. The Nyela awards luncheon was established to recognize
youth for their volunteer and leadership efforts in Central Ohio. Through this event we hope to bring community attention to
these outstanding young people; while giving them the opportunity to participate in interactive enrichment activities, meet
community leaders throughout Central Ohio, and have the opportunity to be awarded for their efforts. This is a community
program and there is no fee to nominate a youth. The 2009 Nyela Youth Service Awards Luncheon will be held on Saturday,
October 10, 2009 at the Columbus Marriott Northwest. All awardees are required to attend the luncheon. The awardees’
nominators, families, and friends are also encouraged to attend this luncheon as we celebrate the positive actions, philanthropic
spirit, and leadership of these Central Ohio youth.
NOMINATION DEADLINE: Must be postmarked by June 3, 2009

AWARDS ELIGIBILITY

Middle to high school age youth (male and female)
meeting the eligibility and criteria requirements will be
awarded a Nyela Youth Service Award. Applications
will be reviewed on a first come basis; a limited amount
of awards will be distributed. Youth must meet all
eligibility requirements in order to be considered for
recognition. All applications will be acknowledged.
The committee will complete its selections by
August 3, 2009.
LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
1. ASOEF honors individual achievement; however,
individuals who perform community service as part of a
group are eligible. The program emphasizes hands-on
service.
2. Awards recognize voluntary, not paid, community
service. Individuals who volunteer on work release time
and for student course credit are eligible. Paid volunteer
activities (other than reimbursement for out-of-pocket
expenses) are ineligible. Mandated voluntary service
programs, through a school, business, teen court, etc.,
are eligible if unpaid.

All nominees will be invited to attend a leadership
academy. The academy consists of a day of creative and
interactive sessions focused on this year’s theme:
Economics, Leadership, Service, Community.
Workshops will be facilitated by local community
leaders giving participants an opportunity to learn from
the best of Central Ohio.
COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT
Awardees, along with local youth organizations,
ASOEF, and ASOC will participate in a community
service project. The project is designed to meet a critical
need in our community. It is our hope that through our
efforts we will be able to impact the lives of those in
need.
3. Nominees must be enrolled in middle or high school
at the time of the awards luncheon (October 10, 2009).
4. Eligible nominees must reside in Central Ohio;
however volunteer service is not confined to the Central
Ohio community.
5. Volunteer service must have been completed between
the time period of January 1, 2007 and May 31, 2009.
Volunteer service prior to 2007 will not be considered.
6. The program excludes lobbying efforts toward
changing federal, state, or local laws and ALL
FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES, regardless of good
intent. Educational or public awareness merits of related
activities may be considered.
7. Though applications are evaluated solely on submitted
information, ASOEF reserves the right to contact
nominators or references for clarity or verify
information.

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 SELECTION CRITERIA
Nominations are reviewed and evaluated, using these
criteria:
1. Achievement—Nominee demonstrates a measurable
community service and impact.
2. Investment—Nominee contributes to the community
through their investment of personal time to community
service activities. Community service hours must be
documented.
3. Need—Nominee contributes a service to the
community.
4. Action—Involvement was active, not just a
figurehead.
5. Demonstrates Leadership:
Involves others, encourages teamwork, works well
with others.
Displays evidence of leadership skill use and
development.
Has performed in leadership roles, positions, or
offices.
6. Builds a Service Ethic by:
Showing Initiative—Takes the extra step and
develops service projects
Builds an Understanding of Issues—Learns and
educates others in community problem
Puts Ideas Into Practice—Develop an idea, creates
and implements a plan
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NOMINATIONS
1. The nomination form should be legible and complete
(please print in pen or type).
2. Individuals, parents, or groups may nominate one or
more candidates. Individuals may also nominate
themselves.
3. Nominations must be postmarked no later than
June 3, 2009.
4. Supplementary information included with the
nomination form is restricted to four (4) 8½x11 one-
sided pages or less. This may include letters, newspaper
clippings, non-copyrighted photos, etc. Video or
audiotapes cannot be considered.
5. Evaluators may request additional information from
nominees, nominators, or references.
6. The application should include a signed Student Photo
Release and nominee photograph, preferably no larger
than 2½”x 3½”. Clearly mark the back of photo in felt
pen (not ballpoint) with name and phone number. No
ink jet or laser print of picture accepted. Photo will be
returned at the recognition luncheon. Submission of
award nomination constitutes permission to use the
nominee’s name, likeness (photo and video), and entry
form data in any and all press materials, advertising and
other publications pertaining to the Nyela Youth Service
Awards.
7. The decision of the evaluators is final. Nomination
forms and supplementary information become the
property of Alpha Sigma Omega Education Foundation
and will not be returned.
Alpha Sigma Omega Education Foundation and
Alpha Sigma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Sorority, Inc.
 2009 NYELA YOUTH SERVICE AWARDS

1. NOMINEE SECTION: AGE as of May 1, 2009: _________________________

GENDER: ________________ GRADE:____________

NAME: ___________________________________________________ DATE OF BIRTH:_________________

(LAST) (FIRST) (MIDDLE)

ADDRESS: _________________________________________________________________________________

CITY:________________________________________ STATE: _____________ ZIP CODE: ______________

PHONE: ( ) _____________________________ EMAIL: ______________________________________

Parent(s)/Guardian(s):

NAME: ____________________________________________________________________________________
(LAST) (FIRST) (MIDDLE) (RELATIONSHIP)

NAME: ____________________________________________________________________________________
(LAST) (FIRST) (MIDDLE) (RELATIONSHIP)

Current School Attending ______________________________ School District: __________________________

(IF APPLICABLE)

School Principal: _______________________________ Phone: ( ) _________________________________

School Address:______________________________________ Email: _________________________________

STUDENT PHOTO RELEASE FORM

LIGHTLY AFFIX
PHOTOGRAPH HERE As parent/guardian of _____________________________________________
with a VERY SMALL piece of (Print child’s full name),
double sided tape I hereby grant permission to Alpha Sigma Omega Education Foundation
on the photo back. (ASOEF) and Alpha Sigma Omega Chapter (ASOC) to use my child’s
photograph for publicity purposes in promoting the 2009 Nyela Youth Service
No ink jet or laser print Awards in its official publications, or in other promotion print and electronic
accepted publications without further consideration, and I acknowledge ASOEF’s right
to crop or treat the photograph at its discretion. I therefore agree to indemnify
Photo size and hold harmless from any claims the ASOEF or ASOC, its members and
Prefer 2.5” x 3.5” members of the Nyela Youth Service Awards committee.

Mark photo on back

with name and phone number Signature ___________________________________ Date _______________
with felt-tip pen (not ballpoint).

Nominee must furnish two reference letters in addition to completed nominator section.
MAIL TO: Alpha Sigma Omega Education Foundation, Attn: Angela D. Wheatley, Chair
1150 E. Main St., Suite A, Columbus, OH 43205. E-Mail: chair@asoef.org
For information visit : www.asoef.org or call: (614) 237-2573 or (614) 937-7170
Application available from the ASOEF and ASOC websites: www.asoef.org or www.aso1930.com
Nominations may be submitted on this form or a facsimile thereof. Organizations and individuals may nominate any number of nominees.

NOMINATION DEADLINE: MUST BE POSTMARKED BY WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2009

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 MUST COMPLETE ALL INFORMATION!

NOMINEES MUST FURNISH TWO REFERENCE LETTERS IN ADDITION TO COMPLETED NOMINATOR SECTION.
Reference letters must include reference name, organization, title, address, phone, & e-mail.
References should NOT be a parent, guardian, self or relative. Limit letters to 250 words or less.

2. NOMINATOR SECTION ONLY: (to be completed and signed by the person providing the
nomination; the Nominator may also be parent or self)
Nominator Name: ______________________________ Title: _________________________________________

Organization, if appropriate: ____________________________________________________________________

Phone: _______________________________________ E-mail: _______________________________________

Address:_______________________________ City:_________________ State: _________ Zip:____________

Your nominee’s volunteer service must be performed between January 1, 2007 and May 31, 2009
Why are you nominating this individual for the 2009 Nyela Youth Service Award?
Consider: —The role the nominee played in initiating the activity;
—the impact of the nominee’s volunteer activity upon the quality of life in the community;
—any unusual problems or challenges the nominee overcame in his/her volunteer service.

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3. VOLUNTEER SERVICE SECTION:
VOLUNTEER SERVICE ACTIVITIES FOR _____________________________________________________________________ (NAME)
List Community Activities in which you have participated and Leadership Roles you have held; note any major accomplishments. These should be
activities that promote and better your school, city, individuals and/or community. All community service should be affiliated with a charitable, civic,
school or non-profit organization or a specific individual need. Community service must be verifiable. (That means you must provide a contact that we
can reach either in person or by phone that will verify your community service hours).

# of Hours
Month & Year Organization/Other (Per Week, Brief Description Contact Person’s Name Contact Person’s Total
1/1/07 – 5/31/09 Month, Etc.) of Service Rendered/Leadership Role Title Phone Number Hours

COPY AS NEEDED. PLEASE DO NOT WRITE ON BACK. APPLICATION AVAILABLE AT www.asoef.org or www.aso1930.com

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