In order to recognize Cornell students who have made strong public service contributions to local community agencies, the Cornell Public Service Center is accepting nominations for the first annual Community Spirit Awards.

Up to 30 awards will be given in five categories. Any Cornell student involved in the community work-study program or who volunteers in Ithaca or in Tompkins County is eligible. Nominations will be accepted at the Public Service Center until March 18.

A committee of students, Public Service Center staff and community members will choose the award recipients, and a ceremony will be held for the winners and their host agencies April 22, during National Volunteer Week.

For more information about the Community Spirit Awards or to make nominations, call the Public Service Center at (607) 255-1148.