Course Representative of the Year Recognises the achievement of a course representative from either the higher or further education sector who has made a significant contribution to the learning experience of others. £250 individual award Criteria Student member of NUS affiliated students' union. An individual who has served as a volunteer, activist or officer within their union at some point after January 1 2009 Details of problems faced by fellow students on the course and how these have been overcome as a result of the individual’s contribution Evidence from fellow students of the impact of the course representative’s contribution Evidence from institution or academic staff relating to the positive impact made by the individual Nominations are now closed