Alumni Award Nomination Form
The Heinz College Alumni Awards are driven by alumni nominations. Please see the descriptions below regarding the award categories for future nominations.
If you have any questions about the nomination process, please contact Ron Delfine, Director of Heinz College Alumni Relations, at rdelfine@andrew.cmu.edu or 412-268-4901.
Distinguished Alumni Award
This award is for alumni who have demonstrated consistent excellence in their careers, and leadership in the field for at least 11 years or more after their date of graduation. Award recipients should have made significant contributions to their chosen profession, as well as furthering Heinz College’s goals of improving the ability of public, not-for-profit and private organizations to address the most difficult challenges facing society.
Outstanding Recent Alumni Award
This award is for alumni who have graduated within the last ten years. Alumni nominated in this category should demonstrate accomplishments in their chosen profession, as well as the potential for future excellence.
Meritorious Service Award
This award is for alumni who have contributed their time and talents in support of Heinz College and its mission. Alumni nominated in this category may have provided service to the school in any number of ways, including but not limited to, leadership in local alumni chapters, recruitment and career development efforts, and mentoring current students and fellow alumni.
Dean's Recognition Award
This award is for alumni who have helped propel the College to greater heights by supporting critical initiatives and priorities of Heinz College’s Dean, senior management team, and senior faculty.