College of the Liberal Arts Alumni Society
Alumni Awards

Launched in 1972, the Liberal Arts Alumni Society represents nearly 19,000 Penn State alumni—graduates of the College who are members of the Penn State Alumni Association. Its mission is to connect an increasing portion of Liberal Arts alumni with the College to utilize their time, talents, and resources in support of the dean, faculty, and students.

The Society’s awards and recognition program complements University-level alumni awards in honoring select alumni for professional success as well as for service. On this page are descriptions of the Liberal Arts alumni awards, the on-line nomination form, lists of previous recipients, and links to information on the University-level awards.

Awards Descriptions

Nomination Form

Previous Recipients

University-Level Awards

 

Awards Descriptions

The Service to Society Award is presented to Liberal Arts alumni whose contributions have served to enhance the quality of life at the local, state, national, or international level. The contribution to society should be humanistic, have social goals consistent with the liberal arts tradition, and be outside the academic community or beyond the person's professional or vocational achievement. (Click here for a list of previous recipients.)

The Service to Penn State Award recognizes Liberal Arts alumni who have made significant contributions of time and talent to the College and/or the University. The contribution shall be judged on the basis of demonstrated commitment and dedication to enhancing the objectives of the College and/or the University. (Click here for a list of previous recipients.)

The Outstanding Alumni Award recognizes Liberal Arts alumni for extraordinary professional accomplishments and success and influence as leaders. Candidates should have a record of significant career achievements and be outstanding role models for current Liberal Arts students. (Click here for a list of previous recipients.)

The Outstanding Young Alumni Award recognizes young Liberal Arts alumni for extraordinary professional accomplishments and success and influence as leaders. Candidates should have a record of significant career achievements and be outstanding role models for current Liberal Arts students. Alumni under thirty-six years of age at time of nomination are eligible. (Click here for a list of previous recipients.)