School of Information Sciences - Alumni & Friends

Alumni Awards

Eligibility & Nomination Process

Distinguished  Alumni Award

Awarded to an alumna/us who has demonstrated exemplary service to the School, accomplishment in his/her professional and civic lives, and/or strength of character.
The criteria for selection include:

Professional Achievement Award

Awarded to an alumna/us, regardless of years since graduation, who has demonstrated solid achievement in the fields of information science, community, public, or humanitarian service.

Young Alumni Award

This award is designed to recognize established and future leaders among the School of Information Sciences' young alumni, defined as those who have been an alumna/us for ten years or less. The alumna/us has demonstrated solid achievement in the fields of information science, community, public, or humanitarian service.

If you have any questions, please contact Amy B. Herlich at 412-624-5820 or via email.

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