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2026 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 first SAIT President's Awards recipients of the year.

Abe Armagan

Abdurrahim "Abe" Armagan
2026 Spring President's Medal

B.Sc. Construction Project Management '26, School of Construction

Abe Armagan is a resilient student leader whose impact spans global and local communities. Following two years of humanitarian service in West Africa, he returned to earn top academic honours at SAIT. As President of Construction Project Management Student Association (CPMSA) and Saitsa (SAIT Student Association), he rebuilt organizations, expanded engagement, and advocated for over 30,000 students. With extensive volunteer work and national advocacy, Abe combines vision, discipline, and service to create lasting, positive change across disciplines and communities worldwide.

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Sophie Delaquis

Sophie Delaquis
2026 Spring President's Medal

B.Sc. Construction Project Management '26, Architectural Technologies '22
School of Construction

Sophie is a dedicated student leader committed to enhancing the student experience and expanding opportunities for women in construction. Through her leadership with the Construction Project Management Student Association (CPMSA), she mentored a large volunteer team, strengthened operations, and helped raise over $100,000 to support events, mentorship, and industry engagement. With industry experience on major projects and active roles in governance and student life, Sophie connects peers with opportunities and employers while driving inclusive, impactful change that fosters a more supportive and opportunity-rich environment on campus.

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Enactus SAIT

Enactus SAIT
2026 Spring President's Student Leadership Award

Enactus SAIT is an institution-wide student organization, empowering students to transform ideas into sustainable social, economic, and environmental impact through entrepreneurship. Recognized nationally, the team delivers award-winning projects, inclusive programming, and campus-wide engagement, including SAIT’s first 24-hour hackathon. With over 40 members and 3,000 volunteer hours, Enactus fosters leadership, innovation, and collaboration while strengthening community partnerships and preparing industry-ready, socially responsible leaders through impactful projects and global competition participation opportunities.

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MegaByte SAIT

MegaByte SAIT
2026 Spring President's Student Leadership Award

Information Technology Services '26, School for Advanced Digital Technology

MegaByte SAIT is a student-led technology club that fosters innovation, collaboration, and industry connections. Through large-scale hackathons, Capture-the-Flag competitions, workshops, and partnerships like HER Tech Connect, the club creates hands-on learning and networking opportunities. Its volunteer-driven team enhances campus life while strengthening SAIT’s presence in Alberta’s tech ecosystem with inclusive events, mentorship, and outreach, positioning MegaByte as a key hub for student engagement, professional growth, and community building.

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Stanlee Fabian

Stanlee Andres Fabian
2026 Winter President's Medal

Information Technology Services '26, School for Advanced Digital Technology

Stanlee Andres Fabian is an award-winning innovator passionate about technology and community impact. At SAIT, he excelled academically, modernized campus network infrastructure, and co-directed Research and Innovation at Enactus SAIT. His AI-driven HydraHerder project earned national recognition and entry into the League of Innovators accelerator. Inspired by his upbringing in flood-prone Philippines, Fabian champions sustainable tech solutions, driven by resilience, bayanihan, and a commitment to honour his family’s sacrifices.

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Awards categories and criteria

Nominations for spring valedictorians (five total), President's Medal and President's Student Leadership Award are now closed. Stay tuned for the opening of fall nominations.

Visit 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.

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.

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 not be accepted.

The President's Student Leadership Award recognizes a student group or club that has demonstrated innovation and initiative in creating opportunities for SAIT, fellow students, industry and the community.

Submissions for this award should include examples of the following:

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

Questions?

For questions regarding the Valedictorian nominations or process, please contact Danielle Delera at danielle.delera@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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