Spirit of the Billiken Application Form

About the Award

In honor of the 1818 founding of Saint Louis University, the Office of Alumni Engagement created the Spirit of the Billiken Senior Recognition Program, which recognizes 18 students who are in their final year of study and are committed to being proud and dedicated alumni of Saint Louis University. These students represent what it means to be a Billiken, and excel in all of the following areas:

• Academics
• Leadership
• Community Service
• Commitment to Saint Louis University
• Dedication to living SLU’s mission after graduation 

Eligibility

• Must be an undergraduate student enrolled at Saint Louis University
• Must be planning to graduate in either Dec. 2026 or May 2027.
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0; 3.5 or higher is preferred 

Role of Recipient

Recipients will be invited to participate in various events sponsored by the Office of Alumni Engagement. We aim to create community among the cohort of recipients, help recipients network and connect with SLU alumni, and celebrate recipients throughout the year. It is expected that all recipients attend the Spirit of the Billiken Ceremony in Spring 2027. Recipients might also be asked to serve as ambassadors of the Office of Alumni Engagement, and give advice in terms of programming for the senior class.

The Billikens who receive this award will be expected to continue their engagement with the University after graduation and be active members of the alumni community. There are a variety of ways to stay engaged with the University after graduation, both locally and regionally. These opportunities include volunteering, participating in alumni clubs or organizations, attending alumni events, and more.

Application Instructions

• The deadline to submit your application is Monday, April 13, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
• Access the application below and answer all of the listed questions. Once the application is completed hit the submit button. 
• All applicants will be invited for a networking event with BOLD (Billikens of the Last Decade), who helps make award selection and facilitate the SOTB interviews.
• Applicants who have been selected for the next round in the selection process will be notified by the Office of Alumni Engagement at the beginning of the Fall 2026 semester, and will be asked to schedule an interview. Each interview will be approximately 25 minutes in length, with various days available to interview. If a candidate is unavailable during the scheduled interview days, the Office of Alumni Engagement will work with them to find an interview time.
• Please follow the instructions on each question, and do not include any reference letters or resumes.