Awards Information
Founded in 1933, the Georgia Southern University Alumni
Association serves the University by establishing lifelong
relationships with alumni and friends which results in alumni
participating in and contributing to the continued growth of the
University. The first Alumni Association Awards Ceremony was
held in 1969.
The Alumni Association Alumnus/Alumna of the Year, the highest
award given by the Alumni Association, is given biennially to an
alumnus/na who has rendered great service to Georgia Southern
University.
In addition, an Alumnus/Alumna of the Year award is presented by
each College and the Department of Biology.
Additional awards considered for presentation include:
 The Alumnus/na of the year in Private Enterprise
 The Eagle Lifetime Achievement Award
 The Friend of Georgia Southern Award
Georgia Southern University
Alumnus/Alumna of the Year Award
This is the highest award given by the Alumni Association. It is given to an
alumnus/na who has rendered great service to Georgia Southern University.
1. A candidate must be nominated in writing by someone other than a
member of the candidate’s family or the selection committee.
2. A candidate must be a graduate of Georgia Southern University (or its
earlier equivalent) and is eligible for consideration no earlier than ten
years after their graduation date.
3. Be actively involved in his or her community. (Local Chamber of
Commerce, charitable organizations, etc.)
4. Demonstrate a true love for Georgia Southern by enthusiastically
supporting the University’s events through projects and personal
involvement.
5. The candidate must have a record of service to Georgia Southern
University. Examples of possible areas of service could be:
A. Service on a board or council dedicated to the progress of Georgia
Southern University.
B. Helping with alumni functions or related activities such as Alumni
Networks, Eagle Clubs and Admissions Receptions.
C. Participating in activities intended to make known or promote the
services offered by Georgia Southern University through
contributions of time and/or donations.
Georgia Southern University
Alumnus/Alumna of the Year in
Private Enterprise Award
This award is given by the Alumni Association to an alumnus/na who has
excelled professionally and has a record of service to Georgia Southern
University. This award is not necessarily presented each year.
1. A candidate must be nominated in writing by someone other than a
member of the candidate’s family or the selection committee.
2. A candidate must be a graduate of Georgia Southern University (or its
earlier equivalent) and is eligible for consideration no earlier than ten
years after their graduation date.
3. The nominee must have excelled professionally and owns his or her own
successful business or work for a successful private organization.
4. Be actively involved in his or her community. (Local Chamber of
Commerce, charitable organizations, etc.)
5. Demonstrate a true love for Georgia Southern by enthusiastically
supporting the University’s events through projects and personal
involvement.
6. The candidate must have a record of service to Georgia Southern
University. Examples of possible areas of service could be:
A. Service on a board or council dedicated to the progress of Georgia
Southern University.
B. Helping with alumni functions or related activities such as Eagle Clubs
and Admissions Receptions.
C. Participating in activities intended to make known or promote the
services offered by Georgia Southern University through contributions
of time and/or donations.
Georgia Southern University
Eagle Lifetime Achievement Award
This award is given to recognize a Georgia Southern alumnus/na who has
made significant contributions to Georgia Southern Athletics. This award has
been presented to a few selected people and is not necessarily presented each
year.
1. A candidate must be nominated in writing by someone other than a
member of the candidate’s family or the selection committee.
2. The candidate can be a graduate or friend of the University. If he/she is a
graduate, they are eligible for consideration no earlier than ten years after
their graduation date.
3. Be actively involved in his or her community. (Local Chamber of
Commerce, charitable organizations, etc.)
4. A candidate must have made significant contributions to Georgia Southern
University Athletics.
5. Demonstrate a true love for Georgia Southern by enthusiastically
supporting the University’s events through projects and personal
involvement.
6. The candidate must have a record of service to Georgia Southern
University. Examples of possible areas of service could be:
A. Service on a board or council dedicated to the progress of Georgia
Southern University.
B. Helping with alumni functions or related activities such as Alumni
Networks, Eagle Clubs and Admissions Receptions.
C. Participating in activities intended to make known or promote the
services offered by Georgia Southern University through contributions
of time and/or donations.
Georgia Southern University
Friend of Georgia Southern Award
This award is given to recognize the outstanding contributions of an individual
who has shown dedication and service to the university and/or the Alumni
Association through volunteerism. The individual must not be a graduate of the
University. This award is not necessarily presented each year.
1. A candidate must be nominated in writing by someone other than a
member of the candidate’s family or the selection committee.
2. The candidate must not be a graduate of Georgia Southern University or
one of its predecessor institutions.
3. Be actively involved in his or her community. (Local Chamber of
Commerce, charitable organizations, etc.)
4. Demonstrate a true love for Georgia Southern by enthusiastically
supporting the University’s events through projects and personal
involvement.
5. The candidate must have a record of service to Georgia Southern
University. Examples of possible areas of service could be:
A. Service on a board or council dedicated to the progress of Georgia
Southern University.
B. Helping with alumni functions or related activities such as Alumni
Networks, Eagle Clubs and Admissions Receptions.
C. Participating in activities intended to make known or promote the
services offered by Georgia Southern University through contributions
of time and/or donations.
Georgia Southern University
Alumni Association Award
Nomination Form
Nominations must be received by the Alumni Relations Office no later than 5:00
pm on February 15, 2015. The nominee must be able to attend the Alumni
Awards Banquet on April 11, 2015, at Georgia Southern University in order to be
selected for the award.
Please accept my nomination for the 2015 (CHECK ONLY ONE BOX)
_____ Alumnus/na of the Year Award
_____ Alumnus/na of Year in Private Enterprise
_____ Eagle Lifetime Achievement Award
_____ Friend of the University
Please print clearly or type:
Name of Nominee ___________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________
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Phone ________________________
Email ________________________
Business/Position ___________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________
City _____________________ State _________ Zip ___________
Phone ____________________________
Year(s) of Graduation __________________
Degree(s) ________________________________________________
Major(s) _________________________________________________
Justification for nomination (career highlights, achievements,
university/community service, etc.)
A current resume/vita is required; letters of recommendation,
newspaper/magazine articles, resolutions/proclamations, and other supporting
documentation are encouraged. If possible, please include a recent head-andshoulders photograph of the nominee.
Name of Nominator _________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________
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Phone _____________________________
Email Address ________________________
Relationship to Nominee ______________________________________
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May we reveal your name?
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MAIL TO:
OFFICE OF ALUMNI RELATIONS
GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
P.O. BOX 8053-01
STATESBORO, GA 30460-8053
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 13, 2015
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