Blue awards

The Blue Awards is an annual event that celebrates the successes of our student athletes and clubs.

A group of smartly dressed students who received the Blue Award.
Recipients of the 2023 Blue Awards

The University Blue Awards is one of New Zealand’s most prestigious and long-standing awards. They recognise a student’s outstanding performance in representing their region and/or New Zealand while successfully progressing their academic studies. They also recognise clubs, coaches and administrators that have achieved success.

2024 Blue Awards nominations are now open!

Before filling out the nomination form/s, please make sure you have read and understand the Blue and Sports Awards criteria.

The Gala event will be held in the Hunter Council Chambers on the evening of Wednesday 25 September 2024.

The University is proud to acknowledge and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our athletes, volunteers, and clubs.

Visit our archive of past winners of the Blue Awards.

For more information on the awards, contact athletesupport@vuw.ac.nz.