Mark M. Welter World Citizen Award

The Mark M. Welter World Citizen Award grants twenty $500 awards to 2-year Minnesota State students who exemplify an understanding of the interconnected nature of the world, its nations, and all people. 

Nominations for the 2026 Mark M. Welter World Citizen Award are now being accepted. Twenty $500 awards (only one per institution) will be given to Minnesota State students who exemplify an understanding of the interconnected nature of the world, its nations, and all people. 

Eligibility

• Students must be nominated by an advisor or college staff 
• Open to 2-year students at a Minnesota State Community or Technical College
• No more than one (1) nomination may be received from a college or university
• Have graduated from high school prior to entering a Minnesota State college
• PSEO students are ineligible for this award
• A student cannot receive this award more than once
• Students must be in good academic standing and demonstrate financial need
• The selection criteria will be shared simultaneously with Minnesota State faculty and staff and will be maintained in LeadMN’s file. Awards will be given on the first-come basis until the maximum of 20 awards is reached