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Alumni Association Awards Criteria

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Alumni Achievement Award

The Alumni Achievement Award is given to alumni who have made outstanding contributions in one or more of the following ways:

  • Exceptional accomplishment in chosen field.
  • Exceptional service in local, state or national affairs.
  • Exceptional service in support of the advancement and continued excellence of 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ.

The Alumni Achievement Award is presented to recipients at the Fall Commencement Ceremony.

To nominate an individual for the Alumni Achievement Award, complete this online form or download and complete the nomination form (PDF). Nominations are due annually by August 31.

Distinguished Alumni Award

The Distinguished Alumni Award is the highest honor bestowed on an alumnus/alumna by the 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ Alumni Association. This award is given to alumni who have reached the pinnacle of their career and have brought credit to themselves and 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ through distinguished accomplishments in ALL of the following areas:

  • Business or professional life.
  • Community affairs at local, state or national affairs levels.
  • Support of the advancement and continued excellence of 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ.

The Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to recipients at the Spring Commencement Ceremonies.

If you would like to nominate an individual for the Distinguished Alumni Award, complete this online form or download and complete the nomination form (PDF). Nominations are due annually by December 15.

Honorary Doctorate

91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ will award an honorary doctorate of letters to recognize individuals who have attained achievements of extraordinary and lasting distinction. Awards shall be based on an individual's record of scholarship, creativity, leadership, humanitarian service, or public service. Individuals may have an existing association with the state and/or the University. Individuals also may have no existing association with the University and may establish that connection with acceptance of the honorary degree.

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Young Alumni Excellence Award

The Young Alumni Excellence Award is given to alumni who have made outstanding contributions in one or more of the following ways and are under the age of 35:

  • Exceptional accomplishment in chosen field.
  • Exceptional service in local, state or national affairs.
  • Exceptional service in support of the advancement and continued excellence of 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ.

The Young Alumni Excellence Award is presented to the recipient at the Spring Commencement Ceremony.

If you would like to nominate an individual for the Young Alumni Award, complete this online form or download and complete the nomination form (PDF). Nominations are due annually by December 15.

International Alumni Achievement Award

The International Alumni Achievement Award is given to alumni who have made outstanding contributions in one or more of the following ways and are international alumni:

  • Exceptional accomplishment in chosen field.
  • Exceptional service in local, state or national affairs.
  • Exceptional service in support of the advancement and continued excellence of 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ.

The International Alumni Achievement Award is presented to the recipient at the Fall Commencement Ceremony.

If you would like to nominate an individual for the International Alumni Achievement Award, complete this online form or download and complete the nomination form (PDF). Nominations are due annually by August 31 .

Honorary Alumni Award

The Honorary Alumni Award is presented to an individual who is not a 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ graduate but who has provided exceptional service to the 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ community. The Award is presented at the annual Town & Gown Event every fall.

If you would like to nominate an individual for the Town & Gown Award, complete this online form or download and complete the Nomination Form (PDF). Nominations are due annually by July 31.

Town & Gown Award

The Town & Gown Award is presented to an individual who has provided exceptional service in continuing the partnership between 91Ó°ÊÓÆÆ½â°æ and the Macomb Community. The Award is presented at the annual Town & Gown Event every fall.

If you would like to nominate an individual for the Town & Gown Award, complete this online form or download and complete the Nomination Form (PDF). Nominations are due annually by July 31.