Undergraduate Awards

These awards evaluate both demonstrated and potential service to the university. Such service could include involvement in athletics, clubs, drama and musical productions, fundraising, journalism, public service, religious organizations, residential education, social and political organizations, student government or university committees.

J.E. Wallace Sterling Award

Named for J.E. Wallace Sterling, who served as Stanford’s president from 1949 to 1968 and as chancellor until 1985, the J.E. Wallace Sterling Award recognizes a graduating senior whose undergraduate leadership and volunteer activities have made the largest impact on the Stanford community.

Outstanding Achievement Award

Created in 2011, the Outstanding Achievement Award is granted to J.E. Wallace Sterling Award finalists. A student who receives this has made a significant impact on the campus community with undergraduate activities that demonstrates the strong potential for continued service to the university and the alumni community.

Award of Excellence

Designed to recognize the top 10% of the class, the Award of Excellence honors graduating seniors who have demonstrated a sincere commitment to the university through involvement, leadership and extraordinary Stanford spirit.