Distinguished Alumnus Award

 

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Purpose

• To recognize an alumnus who has excelled in his/her professional career.  This is the most prestigious award presented by the University of Montevallo National Alumni Association. 

Criteria/Eligibility

• Nominee must have received a degree (undergraduate or graduate) from the University of Montevallo/Alabama College. 
• Current elected UM National Alumni Association officers and directors are not eligible.

Nomination Process

• Nominations are accepted year round with a deadline of December 1 to the award presented at Homecoming.
• The Alumni Awards Nomination Form must be submitted electronically or in print form.
• One letter of endorsement, from someone other than the one making the nomination, is required (in addition to the nomination form).
• A current resume or curriculum vitae is required.
• Additional supporting documentation is encouraged.

• It is the responsibility of the nominator to ensure that nominations are complete including submission of the following:

  • nomination form with required information
  • one letter of endorsement
  • a current resume or a curriculum vitae
  • other supporting documentation, if desired

• Nominations remain on file for reconsideration for three years, including the initial year of nomination.

Award

• The award is presented at the Homecoming Awards Luncheon in February.  The recipient is also honored at a dinner or other event preceding Homecoming, and is acknowledged at the Saturday College Night production.  The recipient is recognized with a plaque and gift from the UM National Alumni Association.