{"id":39856,"date":"2025-06-03T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-03T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/?p=39856"},"modified":"2026-04-02T16:48:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T14:48:26","slug":"blue-torch-awards-ie-business-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/blue-torch-awards-ie-business-school\/","title":{"rendered":"The Blue Torch Awards: Celebrating the extraordinary"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n<p>As graduations near, we seek to honor the most extraordinary students with the Blue Torch Awards. Which makes this the perfect moment to explain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/ie-business-school\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IE Business School<\/a>&#8216;s most prestigious honor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s dive in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-blue-torch-awards-nbsp\">What are the Blue Torch Awards?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Blue Torch recognizes students from IE Business School &nbsp;who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and outstanding community engagement during their program. Recipients exemplify the pursuit of the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/lifelong-learning\/news-events\/news\/projects-future-training-skills-competencies-achieve-next-best\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Next Best You<\/a>,\u201d displaying outstanding leadership, commitment and academic excellence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-award-aims-to-foster-a-positive-culture-across-campus-by-recognizing-students-who-best-represent-our-core-values-others-can-learn-and-emulate-those-behaviors-in-broader-society\">The award aims to foster a positive culture across campus. By recognizing students who best represent our core values, others can learn and emulate those behaviors in broader society.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"40081\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-ie-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40081\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-ie-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-ie-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-ie-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-ie-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-ie-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-ie-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-ie-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-ie.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Blue Torch earned its name through two concise metaphors. The torch is a symbol of success, representing light, warmth and energy. Blue is the most powerful part of the flame\u2014and our school color.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-is-eligible-for-the-blue-torch-nbsp\">Who is eligible for the Blue Torch?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We have two criteria when selecting Blue Torch awardees. The first lies in academic achievement, whereby we consider students whose cumulative GPA places them in the top 10% of their programs during the first two terms. This recognizes students\u2019 hard work and consistent excellence in their studies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second criterion is outstanding citizenship. This focuses on students&#8217; dedication to the success and well-being of their peers. Peer nominations guide this decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-we-evaluate-outstanding-citizenship-through-four-behavioral-categories-giving-academic-support-to-classmates-fostering-a-welcoming-and-inclusive-environment-offering-encouragement-to-others-and-promoting-a-lively-atmosphere-that-makes-ie-a-more-engaging-place-to-learn\">We evaluate outstanding citizenship through four behavioral categories: giving academic support to classmates, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment, offering encouragement to others, and promoting a lively atmosphere that makes IE a more engaging place to learn.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"40082\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/business-school-awards-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40082\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/business-school-awards-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/business-school-awards-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/business-school-awards-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/business-school-awards-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/business-school-awards-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/business-school-awards-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/business-school-awards-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/business-school-awards.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Each program team at IE Business School is tasked with identifying top academic performers and distributing peer nomination surveys. This ensures a fair, transparent and inclusive process for all students in the community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-double-blue-torch-award-nbsp\">What is the Double Blue Torch Award?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While awardees can be recognized for either of the aforementioned criteria, those excelling in both receive the Double Blue Torch Award.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recipients of the Double Blue Torch Award embody a drive for personal and societal impact, making it the highest honor that IE Business School gives to graduating students. This year\u2019s awardees include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ad\u00e1n Ramos Gonz\u00e1lez<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/mba\/executive-mba\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Executive MBA<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shubham Sudesh Kejriwal<\/strong>&nbsp;(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/mba\/international-mba\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">International MBA<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Miss Mela Franco Habijan<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/masters\/master-in-creative-direction-content-branding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master in Creative Direction, Content &amp; Branding<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Amal Darwiche Hammoud<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/masters\/master-in-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master in Management<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Carolina Teixeira Lopes Couto Viana<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/masters\/master-in-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master in Management<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Anna-Alina Wesjohann<\/strong>&nbsp;(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/masters\/master-in-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master in Management<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Emilio Gonzalo Ramos Bolde<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/masters\/master-in-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master in Management<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maria Carolina De Brigard Moreno<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/masters\/master-in-sustainability-and-business-transformation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master in Sustainability &amp; Business Transformation<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maria Beatriz Fernandes Lima Ribeiro <\/strong>(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/masters\/master-in-strategic-marketing-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master in Strategic Marketing &amp; Communication<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mariana De La Maza Garcia<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/masters\/master-in-talent-development-human-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master in Talent Development &amp; Human Resources<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-i-was-honored-to-receive-the-blue-torch-award-for-outstanding-citizen-it-s-humbling-because-it-reflects-how-people-see-my-purpose-my-role-as-an-advocate-for-equal-rights-miss-mela-franco-habijan\">&#8220;I was honored to receive the Blue Torch award for outstanding citizen. It\u2019s humbling because it reflects how people see my purpose\u2014my role as an advocate for equal rights,\u201d\u00a0Miss Mela Franco Habijan.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"40080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-awards-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-awards-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-awards-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-awards-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-awards-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-awards-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-awards-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-awards-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blue-torch-awards.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-expect-from-the-blue-torch-awards-nbsp\">What to expect from the Blue Torch Awards?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Collection of nominations typically takes place in April. Following nominations, we announce recipients during the week before the awards ceremony, which typically takes place in May. However, January intake master&#8217;s students and third-year bachelor students receive their awards in November, while master&#8217;s students from the September intake receive theirs in May.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Blue Torch Honors Ceremony is held behind closed doors. Here, we formally recognize students for their accomplishments, alongside a networking cocktail reception for recipients to connect with their peers, academic leadership, faculty and staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-awardees-also-have-the-chance-to-become-members-of-the-beta-gamma-sigma-exclusive-honor-society\">Awardees also have the chance to become members of the Beta Gamma Sigma exclusive honor society.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"40083\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ie-business-school-award-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40083\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ie-business-school-award-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ie-business-school-award-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ie-business-school-award-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ie-business-school-award-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ie-business-school-award-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ie-business-school-award-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ie-business-school-award-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ie-business-school-award.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 1913, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.betagammasigma.org\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beta Gamma Sigma<\/a> is the international honor society for the top 5% of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacsb.edu\/accredited\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AACSB-accredited business schools <\/a>worldwide. Its members, who include leaders across corporate, government, non-profit, and academic sectors\u2014such as Nobel laureates, Olympians, CEOs, and university deans\u2014reside in over 190 countries. As a member of the ACHS, Beta Gamma Sigma recognizes excellence in business leadership and impact.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-are-you-ready-to-become-the-next-best-you-nbsp\">Are you ready to become the Next Best You?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Studying at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/why-get-an-mba-15-reasons-why-masters-degrees-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IE Business School<\/a> is more than just acquiring business knowledge\u2014it&#8217;s a transformative journey to help you become the next best version of yourself. We offer a purpose-driven education designed to make a meaningful impact in today\u2019s complex world. Our graduates go on to explore diverse opportunities that drive sustainable and social change.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think you could be a name on our next honors list? Find out everything we have to offer at IE Business School and discover the Next Best You.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner h-banner banner-b is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading banner-title\" id=\"boost-your-career-with-our-master-in-management\">Become the Next Best You with the Blue Torch Awards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner-content\">Step into our philosophy and reimagine your future at IE Business School.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button banner-btn\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How do you recognize excellence?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":56,"featured_media":39919,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_wpscppro_dont_share_socialmedia":false,"_wpscppro_custom_social_share_image":0,"_facebook_share_type":"default","_twitter_share_type":"default","_linkedin_share_type":"default","_pinterest_share_type":"default","_linkedin_share_type_page":"","_instagram_share_type":"default","_medium_share_type":"default","_threads_share_type":"","_google_business_share_type":"","_selected_social_profile":[],"_wpsp_enable_custom_social_template":false,"_wpsp_social_scheduling":{"enabled":false,"datetime":null,"platforms":[],"status":"template_only","dateOption":"today","timeOption":"now","customDays":"","customHours":"","customDate":"","customTime":"","schedulingType":"absolute"},"_wpsp_active_default_template":true},"categories":[1076,389],"tags":[451,483],"class_list":["post-39856","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-extracurricular","category-student-life-experience","tag-business-school","tag-masters"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v24.4 (Yoast SEO v27.2) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>The Blue Torch Awards at IE Business School<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Want to know more about the prestigious Blue Torch Awards at IE Business School? 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