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Distinguished Alumni Award
Since 1978, the UCM Alumni Foundation has presented the Distinguished Alumni Awards annually to recognize outstanding University of Central Missouri graduates who are esteemed by their peers as "the brightest and most distinguished" in their field.
2024 Honorees
Distinguished Alumni Award
Stephen R. Jenne, '69
Distinguished Alumni Award for Service
LaTonia Collins Smith, '95
Distinguished Alumni Award for Early Achievement
Joel F. Swift, '14
Register today for the annual Distinguished Award Dinner during Homecoming! This year's event will take place at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25.
All former Distinguished Alumni Award recipients are also invited to a private luncheon hosted by President Roger Best to welcome the newest class of honorees on Friday, Oct. 25. Register here by Oct. 14.
Do you know an exceptional UCM graduate who should be considered for one of our Distinguished Alumni Awards? Review the criteria for each of the award categories and complete the brief nomination form so they will be considered for this honor in the future!
The Distinguished Alumni Award has been bestowed upon UCM graduates since 1978. Read their bios and watch videos to learn more about past recipients' accomplishments, contributions to society and dedication to our beloved university. See video stories of our past Distinguished Alumni on YouTube.
