The Tower Awards
The Tower Awards are VSL's annual celebration of service excellence at UT Austin. Since 1992, this spring ceremony has recognized students, organizations, faculty, staff, and community partners who demonstrate outstanding commitment to service and civic engagement.
Each year, nominations are submitted by the UT community and reviewed by a committee. Winners are recognized at a formal event with awards, photos, and public recognition.
- For Students: Nominate yourself, your org, or someone who's made a real impact through service.
- For Campus Partners & Faculty: Help recognize student leaders, colleagues, and collaborative projects that strengthen the Austin community.
- For Community Partners: Share how your organization or a key partner has contributed to UT student engagement or advanced a shared mission through service.
Award Categories Include:
- Outstanding Student Volunteer
- Outstanding Service Project
- Outstanding Service-Learning Course
- Outstanding Service-Learning Instructor
- Outstanding Faculty/Staff Volunteer
- Outstanding Community-University Partnership
- Glen Baumgart Visionary Community Engagement Award
- William C. Powers Lifetime Service Award
Nominations for the 2026 Tower Awards open in Spring 2026.