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2025 Graduate Student Association (GSA) Awards

Each year, the University of Memphis Graduate Student Association proudly recognizes the individuals who go above and beyond to enrich the graduate student experience. The 2025 GSA Awards honor the dedication, leadership, innovation, and impact of our exceptional graduate students, faculty, and staff.

From groundbreaking research and tireless advocacy to mentorship and community-building, these awardees represent the very best of the UofM graduate community. Whether they are rising scholars, inspiring mentors, or champions of student success, their contributions strengthen the fabric of our academic and professional environment. Join us in celebrating the recipients of this year’s GSA Awards!

Celebrate Student Success

This award recognizes student accomplishment and success, including, but not limited to, published papers, presentations, grants or scholarships, student leadership, community service, etc. 

GSA Top 30 under 35​

Recognizing how difficult it is to complete graduate degrees consecutively or concurrently, this award recognizes 20 graduate students below age of 35 who have made a significant mark on the campus community through excellent teaching, innovative research, service to the campus and community, or general dedication above and beyond their performance in the classroom. 

Mentor Award​

This award recognizes one faculty member who has shown tremendous commitment to mentoring, advising, and supporting graduate students during the academic year. This award is given to an administration or faculty member who has made significant efforts in mentoring and being an integral part of the development of graduate students.