The university acknowledges that institutional values which are adopted and lived by the entire university community can make a substantial contribution to the culture of the institution and the alignment of the objectives of all stakeholders. Our institutional values are fundamental principles which guide our behaviours and actions every day. One of the core institutional values is EXCELLENCE. For SMU, Excellence is outstanding performance in the core and operational functions of the university. It is with this reason that the institution has established the STUDENT AFFAIRS EXCELLENCE AWARDS, to recognise, celebrate and reward students who have demonstrated excellence in the following areas: