Region Seven Merit Awards (open continuously)<\/p>\n
In an effort to recognize our many outstanding members, Region 7 has established a merit award system.\u00a0 Currently, there are four awards that recognize outstanding participation on the chapter and region level:<\/p>\n
| \n AWARD<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n QUALIFICATIONS<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n ISSUING AUTHORITY<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Awarded to members that distinguish themselves by meritorious service or achievement on a chapter level by demonstrating consistently outstanding performance over time or performing a task to a high standard of excellence. <\/p>\n<\/td>\n Regional Coordinator upon recommendation of Commanding Officers<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Awarded to members that distinguishes themselves by meritorious service or achievement on a chapter level to a greater degree than OSA.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n Awarded to members that distinguishes themselves by meritorious service or achievement, which is of a beneficial nature to the Seventh Fleet, by demonstrating consistently outstanding performance over time or performing a task to a high standard of excellence<\/p>\n<\/td>\n Region Seven Yearly Awards<\/u><\/strong> <\/p>\n Chapter of the Year Award:<\/strong> This is awarded to the most distinguished STARFLEET chapter in Region 7. This chapter best represents the ideals of STARFLEET, the International Star Trek Fan Club Association, Inc., and, as a whole, represents the spirit and determination of SFI and the region. Qualifications for the chapter of the year include promotion of the basic philosophy of STAR TREK, involvement in community and\/or charitable service, promotion of activities and projects that are fun for the chapter members, solid administration, and a vision for the future.<\/p>\n Shakedown Chapter of the Year Award:<\/strong> Awarded to the most exceptional STARFLEET new chapter in Region 7. The Shakedown Chapter of the year best demonstrates the qualities of and the potential to become an ideal ship or station. These qualities should include a chapter newsletter, prompt and proper reporting to Region 7 Command and STARFLEET Operations\/ShOC, effective chapter structure and organization, and involvement in Regional activities when possible. This Shakedown Chapter should be the one which best exemplifies the principles of the ShOC Program for developing chapters, and which best serves as a role model for other chapters-in-training.<\/p>\n Support Ship of the Year:<\/strong> Chosen by your Awards Committee and Regional ShOC for the chapter that has given and lead their Shakedown Chapter better than any other Support Ship in the Region for this year. To be eligible, a Chapter must serve as Support Ship and actively support and guide their Shakedown Chapter(s).<\/p>\n Flag Officer of the Year:<\/strong> Awarded to individuals who hold the rank of Fleet Captain or above. This award can be nominated by ship CO or their designees for any Region member they feel exemplifies the ideals of Rodenberry in that he\/she has given their time and efforts to not only better their own ship but the Region they serve in. <\/p>\n Officer of the Year Award:<\/strong> This award is reserved for officers who hold the rank of Ensign or higher. This award is given to the individual who best demonstrates outstanding direction, a consistent level of guidance for fellow members, and leadership in STARFLEET through both word and action. The officer of the year also demonstrates consistent conduct in accordance with the philosophy of Star Trek, and supports the series’ vision of a positive future through community service and scholastic accomplishment (where appropriate), in addition to participation in STARFLEET and chapter functions. Enlisted Member of the Year Award:<\/strong> This award is reserved for members who hold the rank of PO3 through CPO. This award is given to the individual who best displays, through his\/her individual contributions, consistent support for and contribution to STARFLEET, as well as a consistent level of direction, as appropriate. The enlisted member of the year also demonstrates consistent conduct in accordance with the philosophy of Star Trek, and supports the series’ vision of a positive future through community service and scholastic accomplishment (where appropriate), in addition to participation in STARFLEET and chapter functions. This individual is willing to do what it takes to get a quality job done quickly and efficiently.<\/p>\n Junior Member of the Year Award:<\/strong> This award is reserved for members 18 years old or younger. The junior member of the year, to the best of his or her abilities, takes an active role in chapter and STARFLEET functions and demonstrates commitment to the organization through both word and action. The junior member of the year also demonstrates the potential for leadership, consistent conduct in accordance with the philosophy of Star Trek, and support for the series’ vision of a positive future through community service and scholastic accomplishment (where appropriate), in addition to participation in STARFLEET and chapter functions.<\/p>\n Staff Member of the Year:<\/strong> Chosen by your Awards Committee and RC for the Regional Staff member whose work and efforts over the course of the last year have been instrumental and vital to the wellbeing, growth and stability of the Region above all others. This nomination comes from Region Ships to award a Staff member’s efforts they feel were instrumental in providing the Region with a job “well done”.<\/p>\n Newsletter of the Year Award:<\/strong> This award is presented to the chapter or shuttle newsletter that best demonstrates key aspects of journalistic quality. Regularity of publication, effectiveness and attractiveness of design and layout, and quality and relevance of content are among the aspects considered. This year awards are presented for Best Presentation, Content and Information, and Fair Play Award. From these we get an overall winner; Newsletter of the Year.\u00a0 Five copies of the same newsletter must accompany submissions. Only one issue per year will be considered.<\/p>\n Region Seven Award Submission Guidelines<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Now through April 1st, 2010 is time for the chapters of Region 7 to nominate those who they feel have earned recognition for their achievements.\u00a0 The Awards Director has mailed a nomination form to each of the Region’s COs and is accepting submissions via the Submission Form on this site.\u00a0 Please remember when submitting your nominations you give detailed information concerning your ship’s activities, (how, when, why, where, the outcome). The same for individual awards, details of the nominee’s achievements gives better insight as to why you feel that person deserves the award.<\/p>\n Each chapter may submit one nominee per category for each year. <\/p>\n Nominations must be submitted by the chapter commanding Officer, or an authorized representative.\u00a0 <\/p>\n Chapters wishing to be considered for Chapter of the Year, Shuttle of the Year, and Newsletter of the Year, may nominate themselves.\u00a0 <\/p>\n Nominees must be STARFLEET members or chapters in good standing.\u00a0 <\/p>\n Any nomination not received by the Awards Director by the deadline will not be considered.\u00a0 <\/p>\n DEADLINE for nominations is April 1st, 2010 at midnight.\u00a0 <\/p>\n Each chapter may submit one nominee per category for each year. Nominations must be submitted by the chapter commanding Officer, or an authorized representative. <\/p>\n All nominations should be sent to:<\/p>\n Beryl Washington Or if you wish to do your nominations electronically:<\/p>\n |