Student Employee of the Year
The goal of the Student Employee of the Year award is to recognize the extraordinary work being done by student employees acting as leaders and innovators in their roles. Hourly student employees carry out important services with passion, initiative, and dedication, all while cultivating professional skills and helping our university and community thrive.
The winner from Iowa State University each year is entered in a regional and national competition with the Midwest Association of Student Employment Administrators and National Student Employment Association.
Student Employee of the Year Nominations
Nominations for the 2026 Awards have closed. Nominations for the 2027 Awards will open in November 2026. Check back soon for additional information.
2026 SEOTY Timeline
Nomination Form Goes Live: November 17, 2025
Nominations Close: February 1st at 11:59 pm
Review Committee Meets in February
All Nominees, their supervisor, and two guests are invited to an Award Reception March 24, 2026
Student Employee Supervisor of the of the Year
Nominations will open November 2026 for the Student Employee Supervisor of the Year award as well. Check out past SESOTY award winners here.
CYtation Awards – Professional & Scientific Council
Supervisors of full time staff can be nominated for CYtation Awards. Read more here: https://www.pscouncil.iastate.edu/cytations-awards.