Awards

The Importance of Organization Awards:

Winning awards is a meaningful achievement that reflects the hard work, dedication, and impact of Catholic U College Democrats and our members. Recognition from the university or outside organizations highlights our success in political programming, leadership development, civic engagement, and community impact. Each award strengthens our reputation on campus and affirms our role as a leading voice for progressive change at Catholic University.

We strive to earn as many awards as possible — not for the accolades alone, but to inspire greater member involvement, attract new students to our movement, and open doors to new opportunities such as increased funding, partnerships, and expanded outreach. For us, these honors serve as both a point of pride and a powerful motivation to continue advancing our mission of building a stronger, more inclusive Democratic future.

Awards we have won include:

2020:

• Program of the Year - A Conversation with Ryan Fecteau.

• Marketing Campaign of the Year.

• Cardinal Pride Award.

2019:

• Organization of the Year.

• Program of the Year - Donkey Day.

• Marketing Campaign of the Year.

• Service and Special Interest Student Organization of the Year.

• Adviser of the Year - Dr. John K White.

• Program of the Year - Speed Debating (Nominated).

• Best Collaborative Program - Speed Debating (Nominated with College Republicans).

2018:

• Cardinal Pride Award

2008:

• Chapter of the Year, College Democrats of America.