Alumni

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 University.

To be eligible, a graduate should exemplify the University’s motto Ut prosim (That I may serve) through active participation in and special contribution to the activities of the Plymouth State Alumni Association, their chosen professional field, or the improvement of society in general.

To be eligible, a graduate should exemplify 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.); and
• Leadership in professional organizations.

To be eligible, a graduate should have graduated within the last 10 years, in recognition of professional excellence and outstanding service to the University, association, community, and/or nation.

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.

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.

The Outstanding Graduate Alumni Award is awarded to a graduate alumnus/na who, through earning an advanced degree has been able to impact their profession, community or society in a positive and meaningful manner.