Awards and Recognition

Below is a selection of awards OTI has received.  For a full list, please inquire.
  • Award by the U.S. Center for Citizen Diplomacy (in partnership with the U.S. State Department) as a Top Ten Citizen Diplomacy Program in Higher Education (2010)
  •  California State Assembly Resolution recognizing OTI for outstanding contributions to the community (2011)
  • Inaugural University of California Office of the President Award for Outstanding Leadership (May 2010, 2011): Link
  • University of California, Irvine, Anteater Award 2010 for Best International Organization, awarded by the Associated Students Association at UC Irvine
  • Paul S. Delp Peace Award (2010): Link
  • Orange County Human Relations Commission Community Leader Award (2009): Link
  • UC Irvine Living our Values Student Team Award- Given Annually by Chancellor Michael Drake (2009): Link
  • University of California, Irvine, Anteater Award 2011 for Best International Organization, awarded by the Associated Students Association at UC Irvine
  • Newport-Mesa-Irvine Interfaith Bridge Builder Award (2011)