Nominations for alumni awards sought by Jan. 6
December 16, 2016
The UAF Alumni Association seeks nominations for the 2017 Distinguished Alumnus and
William R. Cashen Service awards. The deadline for nominations is Jan. 6.
Both awards, as well as others, will be presented at the Blue and Gold Gala, Feb.
11, 2017.
Distinguished Alumnus Award:
The Distinguished Alumnus Award is the association's most prestigious award. It was first awarded in 1962 and continues to annually recognize living graduates of UAF. Alumni are selected for the award based on specific meritorious service on behalf of UAF, distinguished accomplishments in business and professional life, or distinguished human service in community affairs. The nomination should include information on the candidate's life achievements.
William R. Cashen Service Award:
William R. "Bill" Cashen '37 was a former alumni director, professor and marshal emeritus, historian, public servant, family man, proud alumnus and friend to many alumni. Cashen set the example for service to the university and its alumni association. This award is designed to recognize and perpetuate his example and inspire all those associated with the University of Alaska Fairbanks. Both alumni and non-alumni qualify for the award.
Nominees for the William R. Cashen Service Award are judged on the basis of meritorious service at more than one level of alumni activity. This could include, but is not limited to, serving as an alumni association chapter officer, serving on the board of directors, assisting with a project, setting up a scholarship or serving on a UAF selection committee or an advisory council.
An online nomination form can be found at http://www.uaf.edu/alumni/awards/nominate/. Please note that letters of support are no longer required.