Nominate An Outstanding Alumni
Submit NominationAlumni nominations are now open for both the Outstanding Alumni and Early Career Alumni Awards. Submissions are due April 1, 2022 for applicants to be considered for the 2022 award.
Outstanding Alumni Award
The Outstanding Alumni Award is presented to a graduate from any RMUoHP program for their distinguished contributions to their profession and for service to the University or community at large.
The nomination requires a nomination letter, endorsement letter, (if self-nomination) and current resume or curriculum vitae. Self-nominations are permitted. Outstanding Alumni Award Instructions & Requirements
A completed nomination package must be received by April 1, of the award year, to be considered. The awardee will be recognized at an annual commencement ceremony.
Early Career Alumni Award
The Early Career Alumni Award is presented to a graduate who has been practicing in their profession for no longer than five years at the point of nomination and has demonstrated a drive, passion, and commitment to their profession in advancing healthcare and providing service to the University and community at large.
The nomination requires a, nomination letter, endorsement letter (if self-nomination) and current resume or curriculum vitae. Early Career Alumni Award Instructions & Requirements
A completed nomination package must be received by Apirl 1, of the award year to be considered. The awardee will be recognized at an annual commencement ceremony.
Awards Submission Criteria
The following submission criteria must be included with the nomination and will be used in determining the nominee’s qualifications for receiving the award:
- Nomination letter
- Endorsement letter from a second individual (if self-nomination)
- Nominee’s resume or curriculum vitae
The nomination letter and endorsement letter should take into consideration the following factors:
- Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate colleagues
- Demonstrated ability to incorporate evidence-based practice concepts in his/her professional setting
- Professional accolades and achievements
- University or community service and other notable acts of service
- Innovation and engagement in scholarly and/or creative activities in his or her discipline
- The nominee’s current resume or curriculum vitae addressing the following items should also be submitted:
- Relevant employment positions and/or business affiliations
- Activities or organizations
- Professional associations and activities.
- Business, professional and civic honors, awards, and achievements
- Scholarly work including significant publications
- Research
Alumni Awards Information
- The award is presented to the recipient during an annual University commencement ceremony
- The University will cover any necessary air travel and lodging expenses associated with the recipient’s attendance
- A plaque bearing the recipient’s name and a monetary gift will be presented
This honor carries with it an expectation of conduct worthy to serve as an ambassador of the University. Whereby, the University reserves the right to rescind the award if in the future the recipient’s actions and values are inconsistent with the core values of the University.