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NOMINATION DEADLINE:
Monday, Oct. 1, 2007 (by 5 p.m. MST)

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WILLIAM E. MORGAN ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
CHARLES A. LORY PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD
THE JIM AND NADINE HENRY AWARD
ALBERT C. YATES STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD
COLLEGE HONOR ALUMNUS/ALUMNA AWARD
DISTINGUISHED ATHLETIC AWARD
DISTINGUISHED EXTENSION AWARD
DISTINGUISHED FACULTY AWARD
DISTINGUISHED GRADUATE OF THE LAST DECADE (GOLD) AWARD

WILLIAM E. MORGAN ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
This award is named for Colorado State University’s 8th President, Dr. William E. Morgan, whose participation in and commitment to the life of Colorado State University for over 30 years has significantly contributed to Colorado State's position as a premier institution of higher education. This award is the highest honor given by the Association and is reserved for alumni who have excelled at the national or international level.  The purpose of this award is to recognize a graduate of Colorado State University who has attained extraordinary distinction and success in his/her field of endeavor, whose achievements have brought credit to Colorado State University and benefit to his/her fellow citizens.
 
The ideal candidate must have:
  § degree from Colorado State University
  § proven record of extraordinary distinction and accomplishment in his/her field
  § demonstrated achievements that have brought credit to CSU
  § demonstrated leadership and service to his/her community and society at large
  § received national or international recognition
  § demonstrated value for the university’s commitment to research, education, extension and service

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CHARLES A. LORY PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD
This award is named for Dr. Charles A. Lory, 5th president of Colorado State University, whose leadership helped the university attain a vital balance of teaching, research and service.  It is given to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional and sustained leadership in his/her community, professional field, or personal commitments, and has given a significant contribution of time and talent to the University.  The recipient need not be a Colorado State University alumnus/a.
 
The ideal candidate must have:
  § demonstrated exceptional and sustained leadership in his/her professional
      field and/or personal commitments
  § demonstrated extraordinary and exemplary public and/or community service
  § made a significant contribution of time and talent to the university

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THE JIM AND NADINE HENRY AWARD
This award is given in honor of Jim (‘40)  and Nadine (Hartshorn) (‘41)  Henry of Longmont, Colorado, who exemplify extraordinary service to Colorado State University and its academic, athletic, and alumni programs. This award is presented annually to a person who represents the highest goals of the Alumni Association and Colorado State University, and who has given significant support and service to the Alumni Association and the University.  The recipient need not be a Colorado State University alumnus/a.
 
The ideal candidate must:
  § adequately embody and demonstrate the four core values of the CSU Alumni
      Association of Pride, Tradition, Relationships and Diversity
  § demonstrate a commitment to, and involvement in, the life of the university
  § have given significant support to the CSU Alumni Association and the university
  § demonstrate a record of service to the university, the CSU Alumni Association and Athletics

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ALBERT C. YATES STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD
This award is named for Colorado State University’s twelfth President, Dr. Albert C. Yates.  This award recognizes a graduating undergraduate student whose leadership, academic achievement, community service and commitment to excellence have significantly contributed to the success of Colorado State University.
 
Ideal candidate must:
  § be an undergraduate student graduating in the academic year the award is
      bestowed (must have an intent to graduate)
  § have made significant contributions to CSU through leadership
  § have extensive involvement in student activities and/or organizations
  § maintain a consistent high standard in academic achievement
  § demonstrate commitment to community service and excellence
  § represent CSU with integrity, professionalism and serve as a positive role model for others

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COLLEGE HONOR ALUMNUS/ALUMNA AWARD
Each year, the Colorado State University Alumni Association honors an outstanding alumnus/a from each of the university's eight colleges. An Honor Alumnus/Alumna is a former student who, by his/her distinguished career and service to the university, state, nation, or world, has brought honor to Colorado State University and to himself/herself.
 
Ideal candidate must:
  § be a former student from his/her respective college
  § have a record of distinction and accomplishment in his/her field
  § have demonstrated service to the university, state, nation or world
  § have demonstrated achievements that have brought honor to CSU and to himself/herself

PDF DownloadCOLLEGE HONOR ALUMNUS/ALUMNA AWARD PAST RECIPIENTS
    
         • Agricultural Sciences        
         • Applied Human Sciences
         • Business
         • Engineering
         • Liberal Arts
         • Natural Resources
         • Natural Sciences
         • Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

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DISTINGUISHED ATHLETIC AWARD
The purpose of this award is to recognize an individual for his/her outstanding commitment to Colorado State University Athletics who has contributed to the goal of excellence in athletics and brought honor to the university.  The recipient may be a current or former Athletic Department staff member, former athlete, or dedicated volunteer and does not need to be a Colorado State University graduate.
 
Ideal candidate must have:
  § evidence of outstanding commitment to CSU Athletics
  § made significant contributions (as a staff member, athlete, volunteer or donor) towards
      the success of CSU Athletics
  § demonstrated achievements that have brought honor to the university

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DISTINGUISHED EXTENSION AWARD
The purpose of this award is to recognize an individual for his/her outstanding commitment to Colorado State University Extension, contributions to the Extension goals, and honor to Colorado State University.  The recipient may be a current or former Extension employee or dedicated volunteer and does not need to be a Colorado State University graduate
 
Ideal candidate must:
  § demonstrate an outstanding commitment to CSU Extension
  § have made contributions towards Extension’s mission of providing information and education on
      various issues affecting individuals and communities of Colorado
  § evidence of contributions that have brought honor to Colorado State University

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DISTINGUISHED FACULTY AWARD
The purpose of this award is to recognize a current Colorado State University faculty member for his/her individual contributions to the goals of excellence at Colorado State and who has demonstrated excellence in teaching, research, and/or service to his/her discipline, the university, work with students, and/or involvement in the university community. The recipient need not be a Colorado State University graduate.
 
Ideal candidate must have:
  § evidence of individual contributions and/or achievements that enforce CSU’s commitment to excellence
  § demonstrated excellence in teaching, research and/or service to his/her discipline at CSU
  § demonstrated commitment to the university and working with students
  § demonstrated involvement within the university community

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DISTINGUISHED GRADUATE OF THE LAST DECADE (GOLD) AWARD   
The purpose of this award is to recognize a recent graduate for his/her accomplishments made in the area of career, service, and/or volunteer efforts that have brought honor to the individual and to Colorado State University. The nominee must have graduated from Colorado State University within the last ten years and must have received at least his/her undergraduate degree from Colorado State.
 
Ideal candidate must have:
  § obtained CSU undergraduate degree within the last ten years from the nomination deadline
  § demonstrated contributions that have brought honor to the individual and to CSU in the area of 
      career, service and/or volunteer efforts


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