Alumni Awards
About the Alumni Awards
Each year at Homecoming, the Southern Wesleyan University Alumni Association recognizes alumni of distinction with special awards bestowed to encourage and honor their continued focus on Christ and professional achievement. Honorees embody Christian values and strive to become the person Christ intended them to be, personally and professionally. We encourage alumni to nominate individuals who exemplify the values and qualities representative of Southern Wesleyan University.
Nominations should be, and selections are, based upon their service to humanity and community; their level of professional achievement; walk of faith; service to Southern Wesleyan University; and their demonstration of or the potential for being a model alumnus.
Outstanding Alumnus
The Outstanding Alumnus Award recipient is selected based upon his or her demonstration of respect for and acts of humanity, active participation in community service, and faithful support of Southern Wesleyan University. The award is also based upon significant achievement in the recipient’s chosen profession. All former students of Southern Wesleyan University who have received academic credit are eligible.
Young Leader
The purpose of the Young Leader Award is to recognize alumni, (age 39 or under) who are outstanding leaders in their profession and community, and show strong promise of future professional growth. They should also provide service to Southern Wesleyan University and exemplify Christian values. All former Southern Wesleyan University alumni who have received academic credit are eligible.
Professional Excellence
The Professional Excellence Award recognizes alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their profession and community while having achieved honor and distinction for Southern Wesleyan University. All SWU alumni who have received academic credit are eligible. However, only those who have been established professionally for at least five years can be considered. The recipient must also hold membership in at least one professional organization and must have been recognized by an organization for his or her accomplishments, achievements, and/or contributions.
Alumni Awards Nomination Form
Nominations are received through April 30 this year.