CHAPTER AWARDS
The International Law Students Association recognizes that many ILSA chapters often go above and beyond in their efforts to promote the study and understanding of international law. In order to recognize these accomplishments, Chapter Awards are given annually to chapters that best exemplify the characteristics described in each award category. Any event that a chapter hosts or produces between January, 1 2011 to January 1, 2012 will eligible for consideration for the 2012 awards. Chapters may nominate themselves for one or more award, and may nominate one activity or event in more than one category. This year, winning chapters will receive a monetary prize to help them with academic programming for the following academic year.
To nominate your Chapter for an Award complete the nominations form found here and send it to president@ilsa.org. Nominations are accepted for the following categories:
Best All-Around Chapter
The award for "Best All-Around Chapter" honors a chapter which has organized or sponsored many successful events throughout the course of the academic year and has maintained a large number of student members (relative to the size of the student body). This chapter's events should be varied in type and scope, incorporating educational, philanthropic, and social events into its calendar. The "Best All-Around Chapter" should demonstrate a commitment to advancing an understanding of international law within its school and community.
Most Improved Chapter
The "Most Improved Chapter" award acknowledges a chapter which has, in the course of the year, expanded its membership, developed its programming, and achieved a significantly greater level of interest from the previous year. The recipient of this award is not required to have been unsuccessful in the past, but must have improved considerably by expanding its dedication to the promotion and study of international law.
Best Academic International Event
(Symposium/Lecture/Speaker Series) The award for "Best Academic International Event" will be presented to a chapter that has planned and executed a successful, well-attended event which best reflects the nature and importance of international law. This event may include speakers, lectures, panel discussions, or any other format, but must be educational and creative, and should reflect the chapter?s understanding of the meaning and value of international law.
Best International Social Event
The "Best International Social Event" award takes into account that successful ILSA chapters do not have to devote their agenda exclusively to lectures and conferences, and that it is important to learn from one's peers. The winning event should be attended by a relatively large number of chapter members, other law school organizations, and faculty members, and may be open to members of other chapters. In addition to lectures by distinguished academics and practitioners, the conference boasted many social events where the student attendees?from countries around the world?could meet, network, and learn about one another.
Best Philanthropic Event/Activity
The award for "Best Philanthropic Event/Activity" will be presented to a chapter that planned or sponsored a successful, well-attended event or activity that benefits a charitable organization or cause. The winning event may or may not include fundraising, should be open to the entire community, and should be international in character and scope.