Awards categories and criteria

Nominations for valedictorian and the President's Medal are being accepted Monday, July 28 - Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025 for: 

  • 2025 Fall Convocation (two valedictorians, one President's Medal recipient)
  • 2026 Winter Convocation (two valedictorians, one President's Medal recipient )

 Click on the award category below to view information about the award, including criteria and nomination status.

Convocation is one of the most important times for SAIT students. They have worked hard to achieve their credential and look forward to the official ceremony that marks this truly special day. Every spring, fall and winter (NEW) convocation includes a valedictorian address at each of the ceremonies.

We're currently looking for two (2) valedictorians for the 2025 Fall and two (2) valedictorians for the 2026 Winter Convocation ceremonies.

Valedictorians are chosen based on the following:

  • Must be in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or greater
  • Must be eligible to graduate
  • Must have strong public speaking ability (recipients will deliver a speech at one of the convocation ceremonies)
  • Have leadership traits and contribute to the SAIT community

❗️ Self-nominations will not be accepted.

Submit nomination

The President's Medal is an individual award and celebrates outstanding student achievement. The recipient of the President's Medal will have made significant contributions to campus life, demonstrated leadership with industry and achieved excellence in their field of study.

Submissions for this award could include examples of the following:

  • Collaboration and connection with industry
  • Projects to improve campus life for students
  • Projects, activities or volunteer efforts that strengthen SAIT's reputation in the community

This award is open only to graduating students in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or greater.

❗️ Self-nominations will be accepted but require a letter of support from their Academic Chair or Dean.

Submit nomination

2025 President's Awards recipients

SAIT is proud to recognize and celebrate transformational community impact, partnership and student leadership through the President's Awards: the President's Medal and the President's Student Leadership Award.

We're excited to introduce you to the 2025 SAIT President's Awards recipients.

Photo of Loretta Amos

Loretta Amos
2025 President's Medal

Business Administration '25, School of Business

Loretta Amos is a first-generation immigrant from Ghana, West Africa, who moved to Canada to pursue education and a better life. Facing challenges in her initial college choice, she transferred to SAIT, where she worked full-time while taking evening classes. Despite the exhausting schedule, Loretta was determined to succeed, believing her hard work would empower her future and inspire other women to pursue their passions. She has found a sense of community at SAIT and has dedicated significant time to volunteering and ensuring others feel supported. As Amos looks to the future, she hopes her journey inspires others to step forward, find their voice and create the change they wish to see.

Read more about Loretta

Ryan Ng photo

Ryan Ng
2025 President's Medal

Advanced Care Paramedic '25, School of Health and Public Safety

A 2025 Advanced Care Paramedic graduate, Ryan Ng transitioned from chemistry to paramedicine to pursue a purposeful career. His passion for service grew through SAIT’s programs and various student advocate roles while studying at SAIT, which includes serving as a two-term Saitsa Board Director. He co-founded the SAIT Lifeline Club, raising awareness about blood, plasma, and stem cell donations. Ng also served on SAIT's Academic Council and as a Trustee at Campus Trust, overseeing student health plans. He’s excelled at SAIT while balancing academics, volunteering, mentoring new students, and working part-time as a paramedic at Siksika Nation. Ng plans to further his education while continuing to work as a paramedic, combining hands-on service with broader community impact.

Read more about Ryan

Construction Project Management Students Association

Construction Project Management Students' Association
2025 President's Student Leadership Award

The Construction Project Management Student’s Association (CPMSA) has actively worked to foster connections among students, alumni and industry, to build a lasting sense of community. Under the outgoing executive team, CPMSA expanded from one annual event to nearly 20 initiatives, including networking, mentorship and industry engagement and the first annual alumni reunion for graduates of the Bachelor of Science Construction Project Management program. As the CPMSA looks forward, the incoming leadership team plans to build on their success by refining processes, gathering student and industry feedback to ensure momentum continues for the next generation of construction leaders.

Read more about CPMSA

Questions?

For questions regarding the Valedictorian nominations or process, please contact Danielle Delera at vpa@sait.ca.

Should you have any additional questions regarding President's Awards nominations, please contact Alyssa Athanasopoulos at alyssa.athanasopoulos@sait.ca.

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