Established: 1916
On the morning of Reading Day in the Spring Semester, JAB holds a brunch to recognize outstanding student leaders from each class and to celebrate their contributions to the Juniata College community. Additionally, there are presentations made to Students of the Year, Outstanding Faculty, Outstanding Staff, Unsung Heroes, and Outstanding Registered Student Organizations. All nominations are made by fellow students, faculty, and staff.
History
In 1916, May Day celebrated women by female students wearing flowing white dresses dancing around the May Pole. In the 1970s, May Day revolutionized to include a formal breakfast event which recognized women. By 2002, May Day evolved again, to include men and recognize all our student leaders and thank them for their services and contributions to Juniata College. In 2006, JAB added awards to recognize Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), as well as, individuals.
Awards
Outstanding Student of the Year
Two students from each class that demonstrate outstanding co-curricular involvement, leadership, and service to the Juniata College community will be recognized.
Registered Student Organization (RSO) Awards
These awards go to Registered Student Organizations who have gone above and beyond in contributing to the Juniata College community. The award categories include the following: Outstanding RSO Event; Outstanding Community Service Event; Outstanding New RSO; Outstanding Cultural Event.
Unsung Hero Awards
Often some members of student organizations make special contributions, but their work goes unnoticed by many of their peers.
Outstanding Faculty Award
This award goes to a member of the Juniata College faculty who has made outstanding contributions to student life outside the classroom. The award recipient will be someone who gave an exceptional level of time, service, and commitment in a co-curricular setting (such as a student organization advisor; as a supervisor to students in an employment setting; or some other similar role).
Outstanding Staff Award
This award goes to a member of the Juniata College staff who has made outstanding contributions to student life outside the classroom. The award recipient will be someone who gave an exceptional level of time, service, and commitment in a co-curricular setting (such as a student organization advisor; as a supervisor to students in an employment setting; or some other similar role).