Gift Ideas for Delegates, Volunteers and Faculty Advisers

A symposium is built by many people: delegates who prepare for weeks, volunteers who keep things running, advisers who coach their teams and families who cheer from the side. A small gift is a lovely way to mark the moment. Here are ideas for each of them, from everyday items to full gift sets.

FOR FIRST-TIME DELEGATES

Your first symposium is a big step. A gift that says "you belong here" goes a long way.

• A T-shirt or hoodie they can wear to socials and back at school.
• A notebook and pen for their very first committee notes.
• A cap or hat for sunny days between sessions.

Tip: give the gift before the event so they can use it during the symposium.

FOR RETURNING DELEGATES AND ALUMNI

Those who have attended before often want something to add to their collection, or a piece that reminds them of the people they met.

• A mug or water bottle for daily use at university or work.
• A hoodie for cool evenings and long study nights.
• A gift set that brings several items together in one go.

FOR VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers are on their feet from early morning to late evening. A thank-you gift shows their work was noticed.

• Drinkware they will actually use, every day.
• A tote or accessory that is practical long after the event.
• A handwritten note tucked in with the gift. It costs nothing and is often the part people keep.

If you are organising thank-you gifts for a whole volunteer team, plan early and collect sizes for any apparel well ahead of time.

FOR FACULTY ADVISERS

Advisers give up evenings and weekends to prepare their delegations. A gift from the whole team is a meaningful gesture.

• Stationery for the staffroom or office desk.
• A mug for that much-needed morning tea.
• A gift set chosen together by the team, with a card everyone signs.

FOR PROUD FAMILIES

Parents, guardians and siblings like to show support too. Matching T-shirts or caps for the family make for great photos at the closing ceremony, and they make a delegate feel truly supported.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT GIFT

Ask yourself a few quick questions:

1. Will they use it daily? Drinkware and stationery are safe choices.
2. Do I know their size? If not, choose an accessory or a gift set without apparel.
3. Is it from one person or a group? Group gifts can stretch to a full set.
4. When is it needed? Allow time for delivery before the event or ceremony.

WRAPPING IT UP

Gifts do not need to be expensive to feel special. What matters is that they connect the person to a shared experience. Check prices in KES on each product page and look at delivery options so your gift arrives on time.

Find T-shirts, hoodies, caps, mugs, notebooks and ready-made gift sets in the GLUNS shop, and give someone a reason to represent GLUNS loud and proud.