SSU Alumni Awards

The Office of Alumni Engagement recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of Shawnee State alumni. These outstanding individuals possess high standards of integrity and character and are recognized for their numerous accomplishments in their chosen fields and within their community.

Alumnus of Tomorrow
This award is presented each academic year to a graduating student (from that academic year) who has displayed commitment to their individual endeavors – academic, social, and personal – and who shows great promise toward their future endeavors.

Distinguished Alumnus
This award is presented to an alumnus or alumna who has demonstrated distinguished professional achievement, personal qualities, and service to the university.

Medal of Merit
This award is presented to an alumnus or alumna who has demonstrated career achievements and outstanding performance in their profession.

Alumni Community Service
This award is presented to an alumnus or alumna in recognition of their outstanding volunteer service and contributions to the community.

Outstanding Recent Graduate
This award is presented to an alumnus or alumna with their first baccalaureate degree from Shawnee State within the last 5 years, and who demonstrate the positive impact their University education has had on their profession and community.

Alumni Continued Service
This award is presented to an alumnus or alumna currently working at Shawnee State who has demonstrated distinguished professional achievement, personal qualities, and service while working at their alma mater.

2026 Alumni Awards Nominations Are Now Closed

Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations for the 2026 Alumni Awards. Our selection process is now complete, and we are excited to celebrate the outstanding alumni who continue to make a difference in their professions, communities, and beyond.

The 2026 Alumni Award recipients will be announced in February during our Alumni Awards Ceremony. We look forward to sharing and recognizing their remarkable achievements.

Know an alumnus who deserves recognition? Consider submitting their name for the 2027 Alumni Awards. Visit our awards page to learn more and complete the online submission form.

Past Alumni Award Winners

Alumnus of Tomorrow
2025: Easton Wesley 2024: Chloe Long 2023: Braedon Moore
2022: Christa Harris
2021: Derek Stapleton
2020: Nathaniel Chris Jones
2019: Aaron Mazurkiewicz
2019: Marte Marshall