The Alumni Awards for Excellence honors success via several award categories. The Awards Selection Committee, made up of elected members of the Association’s governing board, reviews each candidate nomination and selects those persons whose achievements most closely fit the category for which they have been nominated.

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Outstanding Alumni Award
Awarded to an alumna or alumnus of an undergraduate or graduate program of UCSD, who has rendered special or outstanding service, or, through personal achievements, brought honor and distinction to the University.

Professional Achievement
Awarded to an alumna or alumnus of an undergraduate or graduate program of UCSD, with an established record of accomplishments, complemented by significant contributions to a profession.

Distinguished Service
Awarded to an alumna or alumnus of an undergraduate or graduate program of UCSD, whose dedication and volunteer commitment has significantly enriched the University.

Distinguished Teaching
Awarded to a UCSD faculty member who excels in communication, organization, responsiveness to students, and has a genuine interest in stimulating student growth through learning. A cash award accompanies this recognition.

Graduating Student Award Recognition
Every graduating class is loaded with high achievers. Each spring, the outstanding senior student award recipients are selected from each college along with the top male and female athletes.  The Alumni Association presents each honoree with a $500 award and a certificate during college commencement celebrations. MORE

Honorary Alumnus or Alumna 

Awarded to a faculty, staff or community member for outstanding service and contribution to the University and greater San Diego community.