Every year in March, a select group of current international students are recognized for their leadership and positive impact in the Trent community. These students are nominated by their peers, staff, and faculty members for the following awards: 

• Continuing International Student Award: In honour of former Trent International staff Cynthia Bennett, this award is presented to a continuing international student in recognition of their contributions to the Trent International community.
• David Morrison Award: Presented to a graduating student in recognition of their substantial involvement with Trent and Trent International, as well as their genuine devotion to the ideals of internationalization.
• Dr. Mike Allcott Prize: Established in honour of Dr. A. Michael Allcott, the former Trent International Program Director, by a grateful international Trent alumnus who recognizes and values the impact of Trent International and its Global Citizen Scholarship. Awarded to continuing undergraduate international student(s) in recognition of their significant leadership contributions to Trent University and its international community.
• ESL Award: Presented to a student who has made a positive contribution to the Trent ESL, Trent International, Trent University, and/or the Peterborough communities.
• Exchange Award: Presented to an exchange or year-abroad student who has contributed significantly to the Study Abroad Program and international life at Trent.
• Hulcoop Cup: Presented to a first-year student in recognition of outstanding contributions to the international life of Trent University.
• Jack Matthews Award: Presented to a graduating student in recognition of their outstanding commitment and contributions to internationalization, both locally and globally.
• Karanja Njoroge Community Service Award: Presented to a student in recognition of their active involvement in development education both at Trent University and in the wider community.
• Leonard Conolly Award: Presented in recognition of a student’s outstanding commitment and contribution to the support of refugee students.
• Paul Longhurst Student Volunteer Award: Presented to a student in recognition of their volunteer contributions and support of Trent’s new and current international students.
• Trent International Staff Award: Presented to a continuing Canadian student in recognition of their contributions to the Trent International community. 

Trent International will post a call for nominations each February.