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Alumni Association Citation Award Evaluation Criteria

The Alumni Council Nominations Committee enacts a points-based system to evaluate nominees using the criteria listed above. To best support your nomination, please make an effort to address these areas in your narrative.


Outstanding Leadership on Behalf of the College


  • Spearheads programs and/or events as an alumni leader and organizer

  • Participates as an alumni speaker or on-campus volunteer

  • Is knowledgeable about the programs and offerings of the College and advocates on behalf of them

  • Consistently supports the institution through monetary support and volunteerism

  • Serves as a role model to other alumni

  • Enthusiastic and positive engagement at events

  • Willingness to engage other alumni to reconnect with the College

  • Showcases their college pride in their personal and professional life

Outstanding Leadership on Behalf of their Community


  • Participates in their community as a leader

  • Offers their skills and expertise to the greater community

  • Institutes programs that enhance or continues positive growth in their local community

  • Offers quality service to their peers and neighbors

  • Consistently showcases dedication to their community or a particular cause

Outstanding Leadership on Behalf of their Profession


  • Represents the college well through their academic achievement in their profession

  • Makes significant contributions in their career field

  • Showcases a consistent and high-level of professional achievement

  • Exercises moral, ethical, and professional characteristics on a regular basis

  • Displays passion for and personal investment in their career