Call for Nursing Alumni Association Award Nominations

The West Virginia University School of Nursing Alumni Association honors alumni and friends who are committed to the School and to the nursing profession. Each year, we recognize those who contribute exceptional service and dedication. Awards will be presented at the annual alumni banquet during Homecoming weekend. Nominations must be received prior to July 31, 2012.

Alumnus of the Year Award
This award honors a graduate (BSN, MSN, PhD or DNP)of the WVU School of Nursing who promotes a positive image of WVU School of Nursing and who makes notable contributions to the profession of nursing through innovative service. The recipient will have distinguished her/himself in an exceptional way that brings recognition of achievement through leadership, education, research, clinical practice and/or professionalism. The recipient must be present to receive the award.

Distinguished Alumnus Award
This award honors a graduate (BSN, MSN, PhD or DNP) of the WVU School of Nursing who has proven distinguished service to the school, university and nursing profession through practice, research and education. The recipient demonstrates consistent leadership and exceptional achievements in the nursing profession. This award may or may not be awarded annually.

Honorary Alumnus Award
This award honors a non-alumnus who has consistently made significant contributions to the WVU School of Nursing and who has demonstrated outstanding service and support to the profession of nursing. The recipient has given tirelessly of her/his time and resource to the School.

Guidelines

  • All nominations are kept confidential with the Board of Directors and Awards Committee
  • The committee will only consider information that is part of the submitted nomination
  • Nominations will not be considered after the deadline

Supporting Materials (optional)

  • If you choose to send supporting documents, they must be submitted with the nomination form
  • Types of supporting materials: letters of recommendation, curriculum vitae/resume, articles written by or about the nominee

For more information, contact the WVU School of Nursing Alumni Office at (304) 293-4297 or mbatt@hsc.wvu.edu.

Nomination Form (pdf version)

Nomination Form (Word 2007 version)