College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences Alumni Awards

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Our alumni are highly skilled practitioners in their fields, they make a positive impact with a global reach, and have broadened our understanding of the human condition through scholarly and creative endeavors. For that reason, in 2020, the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences began an initiative to recognize our outstanding alumni and their contributions to our communities.

We are honored to announce the inaugural recipients of the CLASS Alumni Awards of Distinction.

2020 Award Recipients

CLASS Alumni Award of Distinction for Public Service

The Distinction for Public Service is awarded to alumni who promote the public good. Their involvement at the local, regional, state or national level shapes public practices. These alumni value diverse perspectives and work toward a more fair and just society.

CLASS Alumni Award of Distinction for Professional Practice

The Distinction for Professional Practice is awarded to alumni who are highly skilled practitioners in their field. These are alumni who make a difference in the lives of people every day through a deep understanding of the human condition.

CLASS Alumni Award of Distinction for Global Engagement

The Distinction for Global Engagement is awarded to alumni who make a positive impact with a global reach. Whether working domestically or abroad, these alumni have acquired cultural proficiency and skills to improve the lives of people and communities all over the world.

CLASS Alumni Award of Distinction for Scholarly Activity

The Distinction for Scholarly Activity is awarded to alumni who have contributed to our understanding of the human condition through their scholarly or creative endeavors. They are experts in their field and share their knowledge widely.