Purpose: To recognize and honor an alumnus of Northwestern College who has demonstrated God-honoring leadership in the home, church, community, and in his/her profession. Selection Criteria: · Distinguished leadership and service to the community. · Demonstrated leadership and service to humanity. · Distinguished achievement in his/her profession. · Active member in a church community. · Attended Northwestern for a minimum of the academic equivalent of one year or other institutions consolidated with Northwestern College. · Advocate of Northwestern. · Significant contributions to Northwestern. Selection Process: · A Distinguished Alumni Award may be awarded annually at the discretion of the Alumni Council, with administration approval. · The nomination process shall be open to all members of the Alumni Association. · The Alumni Office must receive all nominations in writing. · Recognition is extended to the person who has served quietly and faithfully, as well as to those who are widely recognized for their contributions (financial or otherwise). · The members of the Alumni Council and the Alumni Director will select the recipient, with the president’s approval. · If possible, the candidate must plan to spend a day on campus, speaking in chapel and be able to accept the award in person at a public presentation program. | 
