The White Sands will present its own awards that are certificates only. These awards are local and do not come with any sort of uniform recognition. Additionally, these awards are given out based solely on their criteria; if no one has earned these awards, the awards will not be handed out. Unless the award specifically states that it is only awarded to one member, it may be awarded to all members that meet the criteria. These awards will be presented at the Commissioning Ceremony/Anniversary party, so nominations are due to the XO at least one month before the Commissioning Ceremony/Anniversary party date.
Submit your nominations online here.
| Award name | Award description |
|---|---|
| Medal of Valor | Awarded for heroism at the risk of personal safety. Requires nominations by two members in good standing, one of which must be a member of the Command Staff. |
| Distinguished Service | Awarded to any member for distinguished service to the Ship. Requires nominations by two members in good standing, one of which must be a member of the Command Staff. |
| Captain Kirk Award | Awarded to one adult member per year for outstanding service to the Ship. |
| Captain Janeway Award | Awarded to one adult officer per year for outstanding service to the Ship. |
| Chief O’Brien Award | Awarded to one adult enlisted member per year for outstanding service to the Ship. |
| Cadet Award | Awarded to one cadet member per year for outstanding service to the Ship. |
| Transwarp Commendation | Awarded to any member for distinguished service during an away mission. Requires nominations by two members in good standing, one of which must be a member of the Command Staff. |
| Humanitarian Award | Awarded to any member who administers humanitarian aid (including first aid) to someone without placing his/her own life in danger. |
| Recruitment Medal | Awarded to any member who recruits at least 5 active members to the Ship and STARFLEET International. |
| Departmental Commendation | Awarded by a Department Head to any member of their department who has made a significant contribution. Receipt of this award does not disqualify a member from receiving other awards. |
| Reserve Corps Service Award | Awarded to any member in reserve, detachment or correspondence status who contributes to the Ship in a way deserving of recognition. |
| Khitomer Medal | Awarded to any member wounded seriously enough to require medical attention during a Ship function. |
| Freighter Service Award | Awarded to any member who provided transportation services during an out of town away mission, such as transporting gear or food items for a Ship activity. |
| Crew Excellence Service Award | Awarded to any member who maintains at least a 90% attendance rate for all Ship events for one calendar year. |
| Public Relations Award | Awarded to any member who served the Ship during a convention. |
| Civil Service Award | Awarded to any member who participates in community service activities/events outside of regular Ship activities. |
| Good Samaritan Award | Awarded to any member who participates in a Charity event in the Ship’s name. |
| Ambassadorial Service Medal | Awarded to any member who participates in an away mission with another Star Trek-related club. This may be cooperative or competitive and must be done while obviously participating as a crew member of the USS White Sands. Crew members who are also members of the same fan organization are not eligible. |
| Away Mission Award | Awarded to any member who participates in an away mission with another non-Star Trek-related club. This may be cooperative or competitive and must be done while obviously participating as a crew member of the USS White Sands. Crew members who are also members of the same organization are not eligible. |
| Shuttle Service Award | Awarded to any member who provides carpooling services to other Ship members during an out of town away mission. Family members are not included. |
| Civilian Achievement Award | Awarded to any civilian member who has made an outstanding contribution to the Ship. |
| 10 Year Service Cross | Awarded to any member in good standing who has served the Ship as a member for ten years. |
| 5 Year Service Cross | Awarded to any member in good standing who has served the Ship as a member for five years. |
| 1 Year Service Cross | Awarded to any member in good standing who has served the Ship as a member for one year. |
| Charter Member Award* | Awarded to all adult crew members of the Ship upon Commissioning as an active vessel. |
| Cadet Charter Member Award* | Awarded to all cadet crew members of the Ship upon Commissioning as an active vessel. |
*These awards are only presented once during the Ship’s Commissioning Ceremony.