Introduction

The UF Starfleet Awards Program was created to recognise our members who have distinguished themselves within our organization by constantly setting a standard and excelling in their duties.

Please review the submission guidelines to nominate your fellow members for awards

Also note that awards have specific guidelines and are not handed out for “being part of the Fleet” or just “doing your job”. Awards are meant to recognise those members who go above and beyond the call of duty and this is really the keyword here.

Issuance of Awards

All awards are issued at the pleasure of the Commander-in-Chief, United Federation Starfleet.

Recommendations are made via the [|Awards Form] by members of UFS for consideration by the Promotion and Awards Board.

While other members of the Promo/Awards Board have a say, it is ultimately up to the Commander-in-Chief and Deputy Commander in Chief to give awards. Awards are then announced, along with the Promotions.

Monthly Branch Awards

Command

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON
Katherine Janeway Award	Gold Award	Command Branch	Given to those Officers in the Command Branch for significant contributions to UFS for the entire Fleet.
Una-Chin Riley Award	Silver Award	Command Branch	Given to those Officers in the Command Branch for significant contributions to UFS in their assigned Sector
Michael Burnham Award	Bronze Award	Command Branch	Given to those Officers in the Command Branch for significant contributions to UFS on their Ship/Station.

Engineering

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON
Montgomery Scott Award	Gold Award	Engineering Branch	Given to those Officers in the Engineering Branch for significant contributions to UFS for the entire Fleet
Geordi LaForge Award	Silver Award	Engineering Branch	Given to those Officers in the Engineering Branch for significant contributions to UFS in their assigned Sector
B'Elanna Torres Award	Bronze Award	Engineering Branch	Given to those Officers in the Engineering Branch for significant contributions to UFS on their Ship/Station.

Intelligence

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON
Philippa Georgio Award	Gold Award	Intelligence Branch	Given to those Officers in the Intelligence Branch for significant contributions to UFS for the entire Fleet
Worf Award	Silver Award	Intelligence Branch	Given to those Officers in the Intelligence Branch for significant contributions to UFS in their assigned Sector
Gannet Brooks Award	Bronze Award	Intelligence Branch	Given to those Officers in the Intelligence Branch for significant contributions to UFS on their Ship/Station.

Marine

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON
Jeremiah Hayes Award	Gold Award	Marine Branch	Given to those Officers in the Marine Branch for significant contributions to UFS for the entire Fleet
Jan Kincaide Award	Silver Award	Marine Branch	Given to those Officers in the Marine Branch for significant contributions to UFS in their assigned Sector
Akiko Karuna Award	Bronze Award	Marine Branch	Given to those Officers in the Marine Branch for significant contributions to UFS on their Ship/Station.

Medical

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON
Leonard McCoy Award	Gold Award	Medical Branch	Given to those Officers in the Medical Branch for significant contributions to UFS for the entire Fleet
Beverly Crusher Award	Silver Award	Medical Branch	Given to those Officers in the Medical Branch for significant contributions to UFS in their assigned Sector
Joseph M'Benga Award	Bronze Award	Medical Branch	Given to those Officers in the Medical Branch for significant contributions to UFS on their Ship/Station.

Operations

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON
Nyota Uhura Award	Gold Award	Operations Branch	Given to those Officers in the Operations Branch for significant contributions to UFS for the entire Fleet
Data Award	Silver Award	Operations Branch	Given to those Officers in the Operations Branch for significant contributions to UFS in their assigned Sector
Erica Ortegas Award	Bronze Award	Operations Branch	Given to those Officers in the Operations Branch for significant contributions to UFS on their Ship/Station.

Science

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON
Jadzia Dax Award	Gold Award	Science Branch	Given to those Officers in the Science Branch for significant contributions to UFS for the entire Fleet
Paul Stamets Award	Silver Award	Science Branch	Given to those Officers in the Science Branch for significant contributions to UFS in their assigned Sector
Samantha Wildman Award	Bronze Award	Science Branch	Given to those Officers in the Science Branch for significant contributions to UFS on their Ship/Station.

Security

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON
Malcolm Reed Award	Gold Award	Security Branch	Given to those Officers in the Security Branch for significant contributions to UFS for the entire Fleet
Tuvok Award	Silver Award	Security Branch	Given to those Officers in the Security Branch for significant contributions to UFS in their assigned Sector
La'an Noonien-Singh Award	Bronze Award	Security Branch	Given to those Officers in the Security Branch for significant contributions to UFS on their Ship/Station.

Civilian

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON
Jonathon Archer Ribbon	Gold Award	UFS Civilian	Given to those UFS Civilians for significant contributions to UFS for the entire Fleet
Nanietta Bacco Ribbon	Silver Award	UFS Civilian	Given to those UFS Civilians for significant contributions to UFS in their assigned Sector
Ra-ghoratreii Ribbon	Bronze Award	UFS Civilian	Given to those UFS Civilians for significant contributions to UFS on their Ship/Station.

Citations and Commendations

Citations

These are given out for carrying out regular duties to a regularly high degree of proficiency and ability. They should enhance the running of the ship/staton/branch/Academy, through their regular excellent work. These can be RP or non-RP.

They are the most common award aboard any ship or station.

Examples include:

• Citation for Exemplary Service
• Citation for Leadership
• Citation for Excellence in Duty
• Citation for Excellence in Fleet Tactics
• Citation for Exceptional Skill
• Commendation for Loyalty
• Commendation for Outstanding Service

Citations do not come with Ribbons or medals just a mention on the service Jackets

Commendations

These are given out for carrying out duties to high degree of ability and showing creativity in them, such as finding new ways to do things, to direct things, or to impact RP. These focus on what the person has brought to the organization that enhances it. It doesn’t have to be a huge change, but just things that are advancements to make the organziation/roleplay/duty stations better.

Ie. The security officer who comes up with a tactics manual to be used on their ship/station. The Academy instructor who comes up with a useful new class. The Science officer who finds a new way to approach a problem in RP and manages a unique angle and solve that still makes sense.

Examples of Commendation types include:

• Commendation for Attention to Duty
• Commendation for Bravery
• Commendation for Creativity and Dedication
• Commendation for Distinguished Service
• Commendation for Exceptional Service
• Commendation for Exceptional Valor
• Commendation for Excellence in Service
• Commendation for Service in Operations Management
• Commendation for Medical Ingenuity
• Commendation for Original Thinking
• Commendation for Loyalty
• Commendation for Creativity and Dedication

Service Awards

These awards are handed out automatically at certain milestones in one's career. In order to apply for these you must email promotions@ufstarfleet.org and the Promotions and Awards Director will research and check information to ensure you are eligible.

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON
Lifetime Service Ribbon	Service Award	UFS Members	The Lifetime Service Ribbon is awarded to any United Federation Starfleet Member who completed 1 year of 'Honorable and Faithful' service. This implies that a standard duty was completed without being unassigned. In the event of a prolonged LOA or the being unassigned, the time will be reset.
Honor Guard Ribbon	Service Award	UFS Honor Guard	The Honor Guard Ribbon is awarded to dedicated members of the UFS Honor Guard who have reported for duty at least once a month for a period of 6 consecutive months or more.
Silver Service Award	Service Award	UFS Members	Presented to members who have been in leadership position for at least 1 Year
Gold Service Award	Service Award	UFS Members	Presented to members who have been in leadership position for at least 2 Years
Platinum Service Award	Service Award	UFS Members	Presented to members who have been in leadership position for at least 5 Years
Dilithium Service Award	Service Award	UFS Members	Presented to members who have been in leadership position for at least 10 Years
Good Conduct Award	Service Award	UFS Members	Awarded to active UF Starfleet members who complete 2 consecutive years of "Honorable and faithful" service to United Federation Starfleet. Such service implies act in a manner befitting a starfleet officer. Professionalism and dedication to UFS ideals are paramount.
Extended Tour Ribbon	Service Award	UFS Members	The UF Starfleet Extended Tour Ribbon is awarded to active UF Starfleet members who completed at least 12 Months on the same duty assignment at Fleet Level
Metaverse Ribbon	Service Award	UFS Members	The Metaverse ribbon is issued for those that take part in metaverse fundraising events that UF Starfleet officially takes part in.
RFL Ribbon	Service Award	UFS Members	Being Present, Active and Contributing to Relay For Life - As of 2020, in order to recieve this ribbon you must sign up to the UFS Metamorphosis Relay for Life Team on the ACS Website.
Combat Service Ribbon	Service Award	UFS Members	Active participation in Ground, air or space combat during a Roleplay
Greeter Ribbon	Service Award	UFS Members	awarded to Members for being present and active at Greeter stations throughout UFS.

Yearly Awards

These awards are handed out at the discretion of the Commander-in-Chief and Deputy Commander-in-Chief during the yearly Admiral’s Banquet, to those members who excel in their UFS Duties. Any member can nominate a fellow member for these awards.

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON	MEDAL
Executive Action Award	Yearly Award	UFS Members	Presented to individuals who excel at administrative jobs. These individuals work hard behind the scenes to ensure UFS runs smoothly for everyone involved.
Prestigious Service Award	Yearly Award	UFS Members	Presented to individuals who have shown a commitment to their tasks and duties at United Federation Starfleet. These individuals have worked tirelessly to ensure the goals of their post are constantly moving forward and progressing, gaining them the respect and admiration of their peers
Ribbon of Valor	Yearly Award	UFS Members	Mediation or Problem Resolution - Awarded to a member who has played a key role in problem resolution or mediation between UF Starfleet members, ships or sectors.
Bronze Star	Yearly Award	UFS Members	Awarded for Leadership, Creativity or Initiative from members. Bronze for Ship of the Line
Silver Star	Yearly Award	UFS Members	Awarded for Leadership, Creativity or Initiative from members. Silver for Sector
Gold Star	Yearly Award	UFS Members	Awarded for Leadership, Creativity or Initiative from members. Gold for Fleet
Christopher Pike Medal of Valor	Yearly Award	UFS Members	The Christopher Pike Medal of Valor is for Exceptional Leadership, Given to those in command who have gone more than above and beyond in thier positions, striving to lead by example and creating an environment that welcomes and facilities all members.
Distinguished Service Cross	Yearly Award	UFS Members	Presented to a UF Starfleet officer whose actions have helped to distinguish UFS from other groups. This award is given for a singular action that helps advance or elevate UF Starfleet as a whole. Through their efforts and dedication have improved UFS as a whole.
Federation Star	Yearly Award	UFS Members in Leadership Positions	Presented to the officer who has been active for at least 1 year. This individual is a leader in UFS and has served to the best of their ability, attempting in all their actions to be a proper representative of the group. In addition to their leadership, these individuals are always willing to help others. Dedicating much of their time and service to Roddenberry's ideals.
Legion of Honor	Yearly Award	UFS Enlisted Members	Awarded to a member for significant activity in promoting Star Trek, development and implementation of fun, Star Trek-themed ideas, and Star Trek fandom as a whole
Legion of Merit	Yearly Award	UFS Members	Awarded to members for excellence in inventiveness or craftsmanship in an aspect related to their ship of the line, sector or UF Starfleet
Rising Star	Yearly Award	UFS Members Under 1 Year	Presented to a member of UFS, who has been active for less than 1 year. During their time with UFS this individual has served the group well and attempts in all their actions to go above and beyond the call of duty to make UFS better.
Medal of Honor	Yearly Award	UFS Members	Presented to a member of UFS who has shown excellence in the entirety of their duties and service to United Federation Starfleet. These individuals have dedicated much time and energy into making UFS a better place for all the members. Sacrificing their free time and personal desires to further the dream and realization that is United Federation Starfleet. One must be an active UFS member for at least 1 year to be able to receive this award
Order of the Shining Star	Yearly Award	UFS Members, At least 1 Year	Presented to members of UFS who have shown an unparalleled commitment to their duties. Through the perseverance and dedication of these fine members, UFS has been able to soar to new heights, setting a bright and shining beacon for others to follow and emulate. These individuals are the face of UFS and as such their duties and actions are at all times that of one befitting a Starfleet Officer. They inspire further greatness in those around them, by their actions allowing others to excel and shine with them One must be an active UFS member for at least 1 year to be able to receive this award
Andrea Reid Medal of Service	Yearly Award	UFS Members	Awarded to a member for significant activity in UF Starfleet. Said member has visibly sacrificed their time and energy for UF Starfleet, working not to advance themselves but the group as a whole. This member has been so hard working, so active and recognized so much for it that their name is synonymous with duty and commitment to UF Starfleet and the ideas Star Trek is based from. This is UFS' Highest Award

Of the Year Awards

These awards are handed out 1 (ONE) time per year at the Admiral's Banquet and are represented on the member's Service Jacket or Unit page.

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	DESCRIPTION	RIBBON
William T. Riker Award	Of the Year	All UFS Members	Member of the Year
James T. Kirk Award	Of the Year	Command Branch Officers	Command Officer of the Year
Alynna Nechayev Award	Of the Year	Members of Flag Officer Rank	Flag Officer of the Year
Picard Award	Of the Year	Commisioned Member	Officer of the Year
Benjamin Sisko Award	Of the Year	All UFS Member	Staff Officer of the Year (holding a fleet level office position)
Miles O'Brien Award	Of the Year	Enlisted Members	Enlisted Officer of the Year
Rookie of the Year	Of the Year	Lt and Below Rank	Junior Member of the Year
Ship of the Line Recognition of Excellence	Of the Year	Commisioned Ships/Stations	Ship of the Line of the Year
Padd Award	Of the Year	Official UFS Publications	News Article of the Year

Joint Chief Challenge Coins

These coins are awarded directly from the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The criteria may be different for each time the coin is awarded but usually follows a forum post as to the reason it was issued. These appear on the Service Jackets of the recipients.

AWARD NAME	TYPE	ELIGIBILITY	Coin
Commander in Chief	Challenge Coin	All UFS Members
Deputy Commander in Chief	Challenge Coin	All UFS Members
Chief of UFS Operations	Challenge Coin	All UFS Members
UFS Chief of Staff	Challenge Coin	All UFS Members
Chief of UFS Communications	Challenge Coin	All UFS Members
UFS Academy Superintendent	Challenge Coin	All UFS Members
Chief of UFS Computer Operations	Challenge Coin	All UFS Members

Clustering System

When a decoration is awarded more than once to a particular crewmember, a second medal is not awarded, instead a cluster is earned.

Clusters are small devices of either bronze, silver, or gold. Each bronze cluster represents a duplicate award, with bronze clusters being the only ones that take the actual award into consideration during the counting process.. In other words, the first time one received an award, it would be plain without any clustering devices on top. On a duplicate award of the same decoration, one would get a single bronze cluster. On yet another award of that decoration, another bronze cluster would be awarded. So someone possessing a decoration with two bronze clusters would actually have been awarded that particular award 3 times.

At five awards, the award itself ceases to be counted and instead earns a silver cluster. Thus any decoration with a silver cluster denotes five awards, not six. On the rare chance that a sixth decoration would be awarded, that crewmember would receive a bronze cluster but it is considered bad form to mix cluster types. Most would wait until their tenth such award and then wear a second silver cluster.

It should be noted that certain decorations such as citations and major and minor commendations may be awarded many, many times during a career. In that event, a gold cluster can be worn to represent twenty awards. Once a crewmember earns a gold cluster, they will typically refrain from further clustering until twenty more decorations have been earned, taking then another gold cluster.

Retired Awards

These awards are no longer able to be recieved however are listed here as a reminder. All these awards are now retired

PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

• Order of Andoria
• Order of Babel
• Order of Bajor
• Order of Betazed
• Order of Boreth
• Order of Bynaus
• Order of Cait
• Order of Capella IV
• Order of Cardassia Prime
• Order of Cestus III
• Order of Denobula
• Order of El-Adrel IV
• Order of El-Auria
• Order of Earth
• Order of Ferenginar
• Order of Khitomer
• Order of Organia
• Order of P'Jem
• Order of Pacifica
• Order of Qo'noS
• Order of Remus
• Order of Risa
• Order of Romulus
• Order of Vulcan
• Scripting Achievement Award
• The Prim Award
• Cascadia Achievement Award
• Okuda Award
• Daystrom Engineering Award
• Medical Cross
• Galaxy Award
• Relativity Award

YEARLY AWARDS

• Karagite Order of Heroisme
• Chekov Award of Dedication
• Spock Ribbon of Science
• Shakedown Recognition of Excellence
• The Cyberspace Award of Excellence

ROLEPLAY AWARDS

• Wesley Crusher Award
• Engineering Proficiency Award
• Golden Heart
• Hypospray Ribbon
• Rapid Response Award
• Data Award
• Harry Kim Award
• Omega Cross
• Defense Distinguished Service Medal
• The Red Shirt Award
• The Tactical Excellence Ribbon
• Silver Shield
• The Brig Award
• Combat Service Ribbon
• Shooting Star
• Einstein Ribbon of Scientific Achievement
• Cochrane Award
• Leonard H. McCoy achievement Ribbon
• Distinguished Medical Award
• LaForge Award
• Montgomery Scott Award
• Jefferies Award
• The Black Knight
• The Langley Award
• Ribbon of Conspicuous Gallantry
• Grankite Order of Tactics

UFSMC AWARDS

• “Branch’ Proficiency Award
• ‘Branch’ Service Award
• UFSMC Gallantry Award
• UFSMC Conspicuous Achievement
• Stellar Cross
• Marine Corps Starburst
• Gold Nova
• A I O Award
• Marine Corps Nebula Award
• Silver Nova
• Marine Conduct Award
• Exemplary Service Award
• Bronze Nova
• UFSMC Humanitarian Cross
• UFSMC Freedom Award
• UFSMC Voluntary Aid Award
• Unsung Hero Award
• UFSMC Youth Award
• Medical Proficiency Award
• Advanced Medical Proficiency Award
• Sword of Valor
• Shield of Honor
• UFS Marine Corps Recruiting Service Ribbon
• UFSMC Legion of Valor Award
• Legion of Merit Award
• Rifleman Award
• Spartan Award
• GROPO Award
• Distinguished Flying Award
• Wingman Award
• Aerospace Service Award
• Rolling Thunder Award
• Bring the Rain Award
• Blitzkrieg Award
• Fighting Hypospanner Award
• Solid as Neutronium Award
• Explosive Excellence Award
• Hippocratic Award
• Line of Fire Award
• Caduceus Award
• Swift, Silent, Deadly Award
• Force Reconnaissance Award
• Outstanding Operator Award
• UFSMC Honor Guard Ribbon
• FORCECOM Service Ribbon
• UFSMC Good Conduct Ribbon
• UFSMCA Basic Training Graduation
• UFSMCA OIC Certification Ribbon
• UFSMCA Dedicated Instructor Ribbon
• TRACOM Service Ribbon
• Unit Reporting Excellence “E” Award
• Unit Conduct Excellence “E” Award
• Unit Volunteer Service Excellence “E” Award
• Distinguished Service Award
• General Shran Award (Marine of the Year)
• Major Hayes Award (Marine OIC of the Year)
• General Casey Award (General Officer of the Year)
• Gunny Award (Enlisted Marine of the Year)
• Leading from the Front Award (Field Marine of the Year)
• Manning the Desk Award - Staff Marine of the Year
• Singularity Award - Junior Marine of the Year
• Meritorious Unit Citation - UFSMC Unit of the Year
• Headquarters Performance Award - Marine Office of the Year
• UFSMC Legion of Honor - Marine Division of the Year
• UFSMC Legion of Valor - Division Officer of the Year
• UFSMC Legion of Merit - Division NCO Of The Year
• UFSMC Legion of Action - Division Unit of the Year
• Marine Regiment of the Year
• Marine Expeditionary Unit of the Year
• Marine Detachment of the Year