SoE Alumni Honours and Awards Nomination Categories

Nominations are now open for the 2024 School of Engineering Alumni Honours and Awards

Nominations close on Thursday, August 29, 2024.

Award categories include:

• Young Alumnus/a of Honour: recognizes a University of Guelph Engineering graduate of the last 10 years. The award is presented to an individual who has distinguished him/herself in the profession, the community, the university and/or a related field. Nominees demonstrate significant professional and/or volunteer leadership since graduating from the university. Eligibility requirements: University of Guelph Engineering graduate of the last 10 years who has been out for at least one year (Classes of 2014-2023).
• Mid-Career Award: recognizes an alumnus/a who graduated 10 to 25 years ago from the University of Guelph’s School of Engineering. This award is presented to an individual who has earned respect within the engineering profession and in the broader community, already attained significant achievements and gives promise to future contributions. Eligibility requirements: University of Guelph Engineering alumnus/a who graduated 10-25 years ago, inclusive (Classes of 1999-2013).
• Award of Excellence: is the highest honour awarded by the School of Engineering and recognizes an individual or a group/organization (company, foundation or association) for its contributions to the community, engineering, education, business and industry so significant that they bring honour to their alma mater, fellow alumni and the University of Guelph. This award recognizes lifetime achievement or a sustained commitment to excellence. Nominees demonstrate both professional and volunteer contributions made on international, national, provincial and/or local levels, as well as demonstrated leadership in business, cultural activities and contributions to other organizations within our communities. Eligibility requirements: individual or group/organization (company, foundation or association) that has demonstrated a lifetime achievement or a sustained commitment to excellence.

Download a nomination package here: 2024 Nomination Package