Nominations are now being accepted for the Joe Mooney Distinguished Student Award. To nominate a student for the 2023-24 academic year, please submit a nomination form by Wednesday, March 15. The criteria for selection are:

• High level of achievement of a sophomore or junior in a campus organization
• Shows outstanding dedication to the community or school
• Demonstrates leadership potential
• Substantial indications of commitment to the service of others.

One award of $1,500 is given to an outstanding member of a recognized student organization; another $1,500 award is given to an outstanding officer in a recognized student organization. This award will be presented at the Student Leaders’ Award Banquet on Thursday, April 30.

This award was established in memory of Joseph W. Mooney, a 1939 S&T graduate. Mooney was a past president of the Miner Alumni Association Board of Directors and served on the board for 30 years. He was an Honorary Knight of St. Patrick and a recipient of the Chancellor’s Medal. He received a professional degree from Missouri S&T in 1975.