Catalog - Virginia Intermont College

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while facing competing interests of home and work. Students over the age of 25
years, who have earned a minimum of 30 semester hours at Virginia Intermont,
and have an overall GPA of 3.7 or higher are eligible for membership.
Cardinal Key is a Virginia Intermont leadership fraternity which was organized in
1968. In 1973 it became affiliated with Cardinal Key, a national leadership and
service organization. Juniors and seniors with an academic average of 3.0 or
better are eligible, but contributions to campus and community activities are also
factors in being chosen for membership in this group.
Equestrian Award is presented by the Equestrian Club to the student who
has shown high academic achievement and who willingly participated in all
departmental and club-related activities.
Ideal Intermont Award is made annually to a student who is selected by a
committee. The recipient is considered to be outstanding in academic, spiritual,
social, and personal characteristics and in contributions made to the College.
Jane Addams Social Work Student of the Year Award is given each year to the
social work student who best exemplifies the goals, attitudes, and efforts of social
concern through volunteer and service-oriented efforts on campus and in the
local community.
Mary Richmond Social Work Student of the Year Award is given each year to
the social work student who best exemplifies the understanding of theory and
application of knowledge, skills, and values of the entry-level social worker.
Outstanding Admissions Ambassador of the Year Award is given to the
Admissions Ambassador who has made an outstanding effort in assisting the
admissions office recruit new students.
Outstanding Photography Senior Award is given to the graduating Photography
major who has best demonstrated both the qualities of leadership and
achievement in the photography program.
Outstanding Programmer Award is given to a Student Activities Committee
member who has made a significant contribution to the planning and execution
of campus activities.
Outstanding Student Leader Award is selected annually by the campus community
and represents the student who provides significant leadership and contribution
to the campus and student body throughout the current academic year. This is
awarded at the annual student leadership banquet.
Outstanding Teacher Education Student Award is presented each year by the
Virginia Intermont College Student Virginia Education Association and the
Advisory Council on Teacher Education. The award goes to the senior who has
shown the most professionalism and ability in the teaching profession. College
Virginia Intermont College 2012–2013 College Catalog