The measure of a college’s greatness can be found in its alumni and their impact within their communities. The Carlos Alvarez College of Business Alumni Awards were established to recognize the accomplishments of our alumni who have gained distinction through success in their professions, service to the college and contributions to their community. We choose to celebrate our outstanding alumni through this awards program.
Distinguished Alumnus of the Year – This award is given to someone who has utilized their degree to achieve distinguished and outstanding accomplishments throughout their lifetime in their field or profession. The Alvarez Distinguished Alumnus of the Year is an individual who reflects outstanding qualities as an Alvarez alumnus, who has excelled in their field after graduation and who continues to be supportive and active in the college’s future. This is the highest honor bestowed by the college.
Outstanding Alumnus Service Award – This award is given to a graduate who has contributed significant service to the college through their time, expertise, leadership and stewardship. The award recognizes the achievements of individuals supporting Alvarez programs, advisory boards, alumni efforts and student success initiatives.
Alumni Achievement Award – This award recognizes alumni excellence across the variety of disciplines that we offer. Awards do not have to be given in each category, but will be awarded based on the quality of nominations received.
Rising Star Alumnus Award – This award recognizes one individual, who has graduated in the past 10 years, who has achieved outstanding success in their field. This individual serves as a role model to our students for making great strides early in their professional career.
An annual Alvarez Alumni Awards dinner will be held each fall to recognize award recipients.
Fall 2024 Dinner
Date: Oct. 18, 2024
Applications will remain open throughout the year to continuously collect nominations for current and upcoming award celebrations.
Nomination Deadline: July 31, 2024 (Fall 2024 awards ceremony)
For questions or more information, contact Danielle Gawronski, associate director of engagement.
To be eligible for an Alumni Award nomination, a candidate must meet the following requirements.
The following submission criteria must be included with the nomination and will be used in determining the nominee’s qualifications for receiving the award.
Alumni Award honorees are selected annually by members of the Alvarez College of Business Alumni Awards Committee.
Nominations are kept confidential. Candidates become aware of their nomination upon award selection. Nominations are considered for three years. To maintain confidentiality, please do not inform candidates they are under consideration.
Award recipient names are made public when all candidates have accepted.
What if my nominee is not selected this year?
Nominations remain active for three years. If your candidate is not selected, you will have the opportunity to add supplemental and/or updated information to the individual’s nomination packet prior to the next deadline.
Do selected honorees need to attend the ceremony?
Selected honorees must be present at the Alumni Awards Recognition Dinner in order to receive an award.
How many letters of support should I include?
One letter of support is required for all nominees, and two letters of support are required for self-nominations. These letters are instrumental in the selection process in order to provide a complete account of the nominee's accomplishments, contributions and impact.