2023-2024 Conference Awards

The purpose of SBSLC is to inspire and equip student leaders to make a positive difference on their respective campuses, communities, or organizations. The 2023-2024 SBSLC Executive Staff will continue the tradition of recognizing those who have applied the information and tools learned at SBSLC to create positive change.

Please be sure to review the requirements, deadlines, and important dates below before beginning your application. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jianna Cunningham at [email protected].

Important Dates

  • Completed Applications Due: January 5, 2024
  • Award Recipients Recognized: January 20, 2024

The Carreathers-Scott Innovative Advisor Award

Named after the founding advisor of SBSLC, Kevin Carreathers, and one of the founding students of SBSLC, the late Douglas Scott, this award aims to recognize outstanding advisors who selflessly dedicate and commit themselves to the development of student leaders. The goal of the 2023-2024 Executive Staff of SBSLC is to recognize the amazing advisors who make it their life’s work to pour into Black student leaders. Students will submit an online application and a 1-2 minute video explaining why their advisor exemplifies an outstanding and innovative advisor. The Carreathers-Scott Award recipient will have their bios, pictures, and/or videos displayed on the SBSLC website. The recipient will also be recognized during the SBSLC Closing Banquet.

  • Online application
  • One headshot of the nominee
  • 1-2 minute video of why you nominated the advisor.
  • The advisor must be registered for the conference by December 10, 2023.

The “Groundbreaker” Award

Inspired by the theme of the 2024 SBSLC, The Conquest to Success: Defining a New Tomorrow, the Groundbreaker Award, is an accolade in recognition of the leadership and impact of a single student. Through student involvement, academic achievement, and selfless service, the recipient of the Groundbreaker Award serves as an embodiment of black excellence. The Groundbreaker Award recipient will be selected for their strong desire and commitment to initiate change in the black community.

  • Online application
  • One headshot of the applicant
  • Resume
  • Applicant must be registered for the conference by December 10, 2023.

The “Valuable Gems” Award

The “Valuable Gems” Award is inspired by the theme of the 2023-2024 SBSLC, The Conquest to Success: Defining a New Tomorrow. All change starts with a plan, but it takes special leaders to put plans into action. The “Valuable Gems” Award is an accolade in recognition of the achievements and cultural impact of a student organization. Staying true to the mission and purpose of the organization and making a campus-wide impression, the recipient organization of the “Valuable Gems” Award strives to enhance and uplift the community that they serve.

  • Online Application
  • The organization must have a minimum of two members at the 2024 Southwestern Black Student Leadership Conference.
  • The organization representatives must be registered for the conference by December 10, 2023.
  • Group Photo