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The true measure of a college’s impact is found in the accomplishments of its graduates. ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹ is proud to recognize alumni who lead with purpose, excel in their professions, and make meaningful contributions to their communities.Ìý

Established in 1983, the Distinguished Alumni Gallery program honors graduates whose achievements reflect the values, integrity, and leadership that define ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹. Each year, members of the Alumni Association Board of Directors select individuals whose professional success, service, and commitment to others exemplify what it means to achieve greater.Ìý

We invite you to nominateÌýan alumnusÌýwhose story deserves to be recognized.Ìý

You’ll be asked to provide the following information about your nominee:

  • Their full name
  • Their email address
  • Their phone number
  • Their LinkedIn or online resume
  • What award are you nominating them for?
  • How do they meet the criteria?Ìý

Distinguished Alumni

The Distinguished Alumni Award bestows recognition of and appreciation for outstanding accomplishments to deserving alumni of ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹. The recipient has attained distinction in professional achievements, has made significant contributions to society, and has demonstrated and upheld the core values of ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹ while exhibiting integrity, leadership, and professionalism. Considerations also include career longevity, excellence in career, community, or profession, and humanitarian service. Nominees cannot hold elected office.Ìý

EligibilityÌý

  • Nominees must be alumniÌýofÌýÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹.Ìý
  • A person who is not selected may be nominated again inÌýsubsequentÌýyears.Ìý

Criteria

Individuals receiving the Distinguished Alumni Award will haveÌýdemonstratedÌýall or some of the following primary criteria:Ìý

  • Outstanding achievements inÌýtheirÌýchosen profession or otherÌýareaÌýof endeavor.Ìý
  • DemonstratedÌýand upheld the core values and mission embraced by ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹.Ìý
  • Contributed to ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹ or made significant humanitarian contributions to the community at large.Ìý
  • Must have graduated from Goldey Beacom College at least 5 years prior to receiving the award.Ìý

Rising Star Award

The Rising Star Award was established in 1997 and is presented biennially at the Distinguished Alumni Gallery Dinner. This award is given to an outstanding graduate of GBC age 40 or under who has excelled in both their professional and community related activities. The recipient has attained distinction in professional achievements, has made significant contributions to society, and has demonstrated and upheld the core values of ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹. Nominees cannot hold elected office.Ìý

EligibilityÌý

  • Nominees must be alumniÌýofÌýÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹.Ìý
  • Nominees must beÌýageÌý40 and under.Ìý
  • A person who is not selected may be nominated again inÌýsubsequentÌýyears.Ìý

Criteria

The persons receiving the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹ Rising Star Award will haveÌýdemonstratedÌýall or some of the following primary criteria:Ìý

  • Outstanding achievements inÌýtheirÌýchosen profession or otherÌýareaÌýof endeavor.Ìý
  • DemonstratedÌýand upheld the core values and mission embraced by ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹.Ìý
  • Contributed to ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹ or made significant humanitarian contributions to the community at large.Ìý

Presidential Alumni

The Presidential Alumni Award is from the office the President of Goldey Beacom College and the president of the board of the Alumni Association. The recipient of this award must have graduated at least 20 years prior to the award year and demonstrated outstanding service and dedication to the education of others in business. Nominees cannot hold elected office.Ìý

EligibilityÌý

  • Nominees must be alumniÌýofÌýÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹.Ìý
  • A person who is not selected may be nominated again inÌýsubsequentÌýyears.Ìý

Criteria

An individual receiving the Presidential Alumni Award will haveÌýdemonstratedÌýall or some of the following primary criteria:Ìý

  • Outstanding service in business education, including advocacy and financial support, in support of the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹ community, the local business community and/or the national business community.Ìý
  • DemonstratedÌýpassion and support through teaching, advocating for education equality and/or educating members of their own community.Ìý
  • DemonstratedÌýand continue to uphold the core values and mission embraced by ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúϵÁÐÂé¶¹.Ìý

Questions?

Please contact Amy Diamond, Alumni Engagement Coordinator, at [email protected]Ìýor (302) 256-6210.Ìý

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