Alumni Awards of Merit
Western's Alumni Association administers an annual awards program that recognizes alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their professions or communities. The accomplishments of Western's alumni around the world bring credit and recognition to their Alma Mater. In return, the Alumni Awards of Merit program seeks to identify exceptional alumni and celebrate their achievements.
An Awards Selection Committee carefully reviews all nominations for the four prestigious awards. Recipients are invited to attend an awards banquet during Homecoming weekend to be recognized by Western and fellow alumni. Each receives an elegant Alumni Award of Merit recognition piece as a keepsake and their name is listed permanently on a plaque in Alumni Hall.
- Dr. Ivan Smith Award
- Professional Achievement Award
- Community Service Award
- Young Alumni Award
- Purple & White Award
- Spirit of Western Award
- Athletic Alumni Awards
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