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Alumni Awards

Since 1968, Mercyhurst University has presented this achievement award to recognize outstanding contributions made by its graduates in the following areas:

  • Outstanding Achievement in a Chosen Field
  • Outstanding Service to Mercyhurst University
  • Outstanding Service to Community
  • Young Alumna Award

In 1993, an Outstanding Young Alumni Award was established to be awarded to a graduate of not more than 15 years ago. In 1997, in memory of Sister Carolyn Hermann, an award was established in her name to recognize exemplary contributions made by a graduate.

2023 Alumni Award Winners

Congratulations to the following 2023 Alumni Award recipients:

  • Andrea Hansen ’04 Outstanding - Achievement in a Chosen Field
  • Sister Mary Ann Bader, RSM ’73 - Outstanding Service to Mercyhurst University
  • Peg Hock Heetmann - ’65 Outstanding Service to Community
  • Jo Thiesen ’08 - Young Alumna Award

PAST DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI

View the list of previous award recipients, dating back over 50 years.

GUIDELINES AND CRITERIA FOR NOMINATION

View the list of guidelines and criteria for nominating a peer for an award.

ALUMNI NOMINATION FORM

To complete a nomination for an award, please fill out the form.