Alumni Recognition Awards

The Plymouth State University Alumni Association honors alumni, faculty, staff and students every year for outstanding service to the university and our alumni. The awards are presented during Alumni Weekend. We salute all individuals who contribute to Plymouth State University.

Helenjane Doyle Hanson '53

2008 Distinguished Alumni Service Award Recipient:

R. Scott Biederman '75

Patti-Jeanne Ryan Biederman '76

2008 Ut Prosim Award Recipient:

Sean Ryan '89

Lela Edgar '96

NEW IN 2008

2008 Recent Alumni Award of Excellence:

Jessica Orf Dutille '03, 04G

2008 Faculty/Staff Award of Excellence:

Kenneth Kochien '87G

2008 Graduating Senior Award of Excellence:

Jessica Morell '08

2008 Outstanding Graduate Alumni Award:

Phil Desmond '01G

To view a complete listing of past Alumni Award Recipients, click here.

Alumni Achievement Award
Established in 1978, and modified in 1991, the Alumni Achievement Award recognizes deserving alumni who exemplify the college's motto "Ut Prosim" (That I May Serve) through active participation in and contributions to, the activities of the PSU Alumni Association, their chosen field, or the improvement of society in general. If you like to nominate someone for the Alumni Achievement Award complete the on-line nominating form.

Distinguished Alumni Service Award
The Distinguished Alumni Service Award, established in 1963, recognizes that graduate who through unselfish devotion and loyalty has served Plymouth State University and/or its alumni organizations. To be eligible, a graduate shall have rendered unusual service in the form of: faithful and continued effort in such areas as maintaining class or other alumni organizations; active participation in alumni or university affairs; and assistance in expanding the usefulness, influence, and prestige of the college. If you like to nominate someone for the Distinguished Alumni Service Award complete the on-line nominating form.

The Ut Prosim Award
The Ut Prosim Award, established in 1998, recognizes an alumna or alumnus whose exemplary community service and contributions in business, professional, civic, philanthropic, volunteer or similar activities are worthy of recognition and have brought honor to Plymouth State University and exemplify the University’s motto “Ut Prosim” (That I May Serve).  Primary volunteer service shall not be to Plymouth State University, but to the community.  Types of service include, but are not limited to:

• Elected office or other civic involvement
• Community improvement programs (Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Girl/Boy Scout leadership, Homelessness Task Force, etc.)
• Service society membership (Lion’s Club, Kiwanis, etc.)
• Leadership in professional organizations.

If you like to nominate someone for the Ut Prosim Award complete the on-line nominating form.

The Robert Frost Contemporary American Award
In 1970, the then Plymouth State College Alumni Association instituted what has become one of the most prestigious awards made by a New England College or University, the Robert Frost Contemporary American Award. The award is named in memory of America’s late poet laureate, Robert Frost, who taught at Plymouth Normal School early in the 20th century. The Alumni Association created the award to recognize those individuals whose service to the people of New England best exemplifies Robert Frost’s values of individuality, hard work, humanitarianism, and devotion to the country “North of Boston.”

Recent Alumni Award of Excellence
Established in 2008, the Recent Alumni Award of Excellence is awarded to alumni who have graduated within the last 10 years, in recognition of professional excellence and outstanding service to the University, association, community and/or nation. If you like to nominate someone for the Recent Alumni Award of Excellence complete the on-line nominating form.

Faculty/Staff Award of Excellence
Established in 2008, the Faculty/Staff Award of Excellence is awarded to a faculty or staff member who exhibits a commitment to supporting alumni and students connections in a campus environment. If you like to nominate someone for the Faculty/Staff Award of Excellence complete the on-line nominating form.

Graduating Senior Award of Excellence
Established in 2008, the Graduating Senior Award of Excellence is awarded to a graduating member of the incoming alumni class who exhibits outstanding campus and community leadership while enhancing alumni activities.If you like to nominate someone for the Graduating Senior Award of Excellence complete the on-line nominating form.

Outstanding Graduate Alumni Award
Established in 2008, the Outstanding Graduate Alumni Award is awarded to a graduate alum who through earning an advanced degree has been able to impact their profession, community or society in a positive and meaningful manner. If you like to nominate someone for the Outstanding Graduate Alumni Award complete the on-line nominating form.

Nominations
To nominate someone of your choice, use the on-line nomination forms that follow the description of the desired award. Nominations may also be e-mailed to alumni@plymouth.edu. If you choose to write a nomination they can be mailed to the following address:

Alumni Service Awards Committee
Office of University Advancement
MSC–50
17 High Street
Plymouth State University
Plymouth, New Hampshire 03264