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ASRA Awards 2025 - Submit Your Nominations!

Calling all Student Accommodation Professionals!

ASRA is thrilled to announce the launch of the ASRA Awards, our second celebration of outstanding individuals and teams who go above and beyond to drive positive change and enhance the experience of our residents. 

We have 4 categories – 2 for Teams and 2 for Individuals.

The Best Student Home – Team Award

This category recognises not just the bricks and mortar or facilities within the building but how it makes the student feel. Is there a sense of community, do they feel safe and secure,  how do the team interact with the students - what is unique about how you create the best experience for the student?  Would your students shout out about your accommodation to their friends?  

Res Life Hero of the Year – Individual Award

This is for the individual who has gone the extra mile. Going above and beyond their daily duties to make a positive difference to their residents’ lives. This could be a colleague who has been named by students in a satisfaction survey or has received individual thanks for a situation they supported. They could be an all-round good egg who is vital to the smooth operation of your team. We are looking for the shining light in your team or company. 

Innovation of the Year – Team Award

This category is designed in recognition of a product/service/campaign which has enhanced the business offering and the student experience. This can be a joint award between a university/private provider with an industry supplier. For teams and companies who are proud of their innovations and the benefits they have for our student residents. Has your team, or a team you know taken an innovative approach to a project such as improving sustainability, a clever use of technology to enhance experience or created an incredible workplace initiative? We want to hear from you!

Accommodation Hero of the Year – Individual Award

This is for any accommodation professional working in Accommodation or Property Teams. For individuals who have had a recognisable impact on the business, association or student cohort. This is for those hardworking, dedicated individuals who support service delivery and operational management across their portfolio. Someone who goes above and beyond and cares deeply about the service they are providing to their residents.

Submitting your nomination is easy – click here to complete the form

The deadline to apply is 17th January 2025. Please note that there is a 300-word limit to your justification.

All submissions will be judged by an independent panel of industry experts, with shortlisted people and teams being announced in February 2025.

If you believe your team or someone you know deserves recognition for their hard work, don’t miss the chance to nominate! Please submit only one nomination per team member or team from the same organisation.

We can’t wait to hear about all the incredible things you’re achieving!

Good luck!

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