2025 Distinguished Alumni Nomination Form
The College of Social and Behavioral Science recognizes alumni* who have distinguished themselves in their careers, as leaders in their communities, and are role models for present and future students.
Nominators may include people with current and/or past professional, academic, or
shared volunteer service with the nominee.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Monday, March 3rd
Distinguished Alumni Award Categories
To be eligible for an award, individuals must:
1. Be a graduate of the college in one of the following departments or programs:*
2. Reflect and recognize the importance of their education and degree.
Submission deadline: Monday, March 3rd
Alumni Award Categories
- Outstanding Engagement - demonstrated exceptional service to the college, including excellence in leadership, mentorship, and/or philanthropy;
- Lifetime Achievement - earned their industry, profession, or community’s respect for their work and personal accomplishments. Life activities reflect the importance of their CSBS degree;
- Community Leadership Award - provided exemplary community service, with a sustained record of leadership, mentorship, and dedicated service;
- Rising Star (graduated in last decade) - set the stage for lifelong excellence through outstanding contributions to their community or field of business;
- Change-Maker Award - Meets one or both of the following:
- addresses grand challenges such as sustainable growth amid climate crisis, social justice, global health, healthy relationships, financial health, homelessness, etc.
- demonstrates transformational leadership characteristics. Mentors and develops emerging leaders from various groups.
Eligible Departments & Programs
- Anthropology
- Economics
- Environment, Society & Sustainability (ENVST, Geography, GIS)
- Family & Consumer Studies
- Geography
- Health, Society & Policy
- Master of Public Administration
- Master of Public Policy
- Master of Science in International Affairs & Global Enterprise
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology & Criminology
- ROTC - Army, Navy, or Air Force
*In special circumstances non-graduates may be considered.