Alumni Awards
Each year we seek to recognize, through three special university awards, those alumni whose accomplishments have gone beyond the norm in whichever of life's paths they've chosen. Many have gone on to be revolutionaries in their industry or field; others have become renowned educators or public service innovators.
Nominations for these awards come from you.
We accept nominations on a rolling basis but consider nominations submitted by Dec. 31 for the following year's selection (announcements and celebration happens in February right around Founders Day).
We now have an online nomination form available, as well as a printable form. We have also published a list of award criteria in the selection process.
Remember: If you know of someone doing remarkable things, we would love to know about it!
Meet the 2011 Recipients
About the Awards
Each year, we recognize alumni in these three ways:
The Young Alumni Leadership Award is given to recent graduates who have already made noteworthy contributions to their communities, their industry, or their causes.
The Distinguished Alumni Citation is 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.
The Sparks Medallion recipients have demonstrated the commitment to the University embodied by one of our most revered alumni, Lestle J. Sparks.
Click here to See all past Alumni Award Recipients.