DCAA Outstanding Indigenous Graduate Award Rubric

Positive Social Impact

Demonstrates consistent commitment to building relationships and fostering an inclusive community on and off campus. Leads initiatives that create lasting positive change.

Actively participates in community-building efforts, fostering inclusion and mutual respect.

Contributes to community-building activities but with limited leadership or initiative.

Participates in community activities but with minimal involvement or impact.

Leadership and Advocacy

Takes a leadership role in advocating for Indigenous issues on campus or within the community. Actively motivates others to get involved.

Demonstrates leadership through consistent advocacy efforts and involvement in community initiatives.

Shows some leadership qualities by supporting advocacy efforts, but not consistently in a leading role.

Participates in advocacy but primarily in a supportive or minor role.

Academic and Personal Growth

Demonstrates exceptional dedication to academic success and personal growth, overcoming significant challenges.

Shows consistent effort in academic and personal development, demonstrating resilience and growth.

Demonstrates progress in academics and personal development with occasional setbacks.

Minimal evidence of growth or progress in academic or personal areas.

Community Engagement

Actively participates in multiple initiatives that support and uplift the Indigenous community, both on and off campus.

Participates in at least one significant community initiative with a positive impact.

Involvement in community activities with limited or localized impact.

Limited participation in Indigenous community events or initiatives.

Integrity and Cultural Representation

Leads by example, maintaining high standards of integrity and positively representing Indigenous cultures.

Demonstrates integrity and respect while upholding cultural values.

Occasionally demonstrates integrity and cultural awareness.

Inconsistent demonstration of integrity or cultural representation.