HHS Award Information
Distinguished Alumni Award
- HHS alumni working in his/her chosen profession for 10 or more years
- significant career advancement;
- long-term leadership within his/her chosen profession;
- noteworthy professional accomplishments that reflect favorably on his/her profession, Purdue University and society;
- nominated by staff, academic units, alumni and friends;
- selected by the HHS Alumni Board, faculty and staff with final approval by the Dean.
Distinguished Service Award
- demonstrated leadership ability in the community through the development of/or significant contributions to private or public programs that improve or enhance the quality of life for individuals, families, and/or communities;.
- nominated by staff, academic units, alumni and friends;
- selected by the HHS Alumni Board, faculty and staff with final approval by the Dean.
Early Career Achievement Award
- HHS alumni working in his/her chosen profession for 10 or fewer years
- outstanding career development either through traditional channels or innovative approaches;
- support for profession;
- involvement in professional organizations, college alumni association or community activities;
- nominated by staff, academic units, alumni and friends;
- selected by the HHS Alumni Board, faculty and staff with final approval by the Dean.
General Information
- Nominees for all three categories must have received one or more degrees from an HHS academic unit.
- Awardees must be present at the Alumni Awards Dinner to receive the award.
- If recipient is unable to attend, the award will be held for one year.
- Complete the nomination form by September 17
Please return nominations to:
Casey Dexter
College of Health and Human Sciences
HHS Advancement Office
700 W. State Street, room 106
West Lafayette, IN 47907
ccdexter@purdueforlife.org
765-494-7890
