Alumni Recognition

Each year we seek to recognize those alumni whose accomplishments have gone beyond the norm in whichever of life's paths they've chosen. Many have gone on to be pathfinders in their industry or field; many have become renowned educators or public service innovators.

We recognize these alumni through a series of citations at Reunion Weekend. There are three specific citation programs:

Young Alumni Leadership Award

This award is given to recent graduates who have already made noteworthy contributions to their communities, their industry, or their causes.

Distinguished Alumni Citation

Awarded to alumni of all ages and backgrounds. Many of Willamette's graduates have made waves in their own ways -- this is the way to showcase them.

Sparks Medallion

Recipients of this award have demonstrated the commitment to the University embodied by one of our most revered alumni, Lestle J. Sparks.

Click here to see the 2009 Recipients

Nominations for these awards come from you -- our alumni. Every year we accept nominations through the winter, and we use this input in determining which alumni receive each award. Recipients are typically part of one of the year's reunion classes, though this is not a strict requirement.

Click on the links above to download the nomination forms. Remember: If you know of someone doing remarkable things, we would love to know about it!