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Distinguished Alumni Awards

The University of Olivet takes great pride in the success of our alumni. As such, we honor a number of outstanding alumni as part of our Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame event held during Homecoming Weekend every year.

Distinguished Alumni & Hall of Fame Awards

The University of Olivet takes great pride in the success of our alumni. As such, we honor a number of outstanding alumni as part of our Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame event held during Homecoming Weekend every year.

The selections are made from candidates who have distinguished themselves through their professional and/or athletic accomplishments and who possess the highest standards of character, which exemplify our academic vision of Education for Individual and Social Responsibility and its mission: the divine art and science of doing good to others.

Alumni Awards

Distinguished Alumni Award

Established in 1958, it is the highest honor presented to alumni. The award recognizes an individual(s) who has earned their undergraduate degree from The University of Olivet and exemplifies the College’s vision, mission, and values and making exceptional or noteworthy contributions to their given profession and community.

Young Alumni Award

Established in 2003, the Young Alumni Award recognizes an Olivet graduate(s) within 10 years of the individual’s commencement year who exemplifies the University’s vision, mission, and values and makes significant, positive contributions to their given profession and community.

1844 Award

Established in 1977, the 1844 Award is named for the year of Olivet’s founding. An individual(s) is recognized for demonstrating their commitment and dedication to the advancement of the University through service to the University, other community services, professional recognition, or contributions to society that typify and personify the mission of the University. The nominee need not be a graduate of The University of Olivet but must have direct or indirect ties to the University.

Athletic Hall of Fame

Established in 1972, The University of Olivet Athletic Hall of Fame was founded to honor past athletes, faculty, staff and friends who, through their actions, have brought distinction through athletics to themselves and to The University of Olivet.

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