Excellence in Teaching Award
The purpose of this award is to recognize those College of Communications faculty who have demonstrated excellence in teaching, contributed significantly to the growth of students' learning, and gained an exemplary reputation among colleagues, students, and alumni. Nominees will be judged on their ability to inspire students and improve the classroom environment, their breadth and depth of knowledge of their subject, and their dedication outside the classroom. Nominations may be submitted by undergraduate students, graduate students, and student organizations. (Previous recipients are not eligible. They are: Thomas Berner, Jeanne Hall, Ronald Bettig, Robert Frieden, Robert Richards, Dan Pfaff, John Sanchez, Susan Strohm and Ford Risley.) Click here to access nomination form.

Outstanding Alumni Award
This award recognizes those alumni who have demonstrated excellence in the field of communications, contributed significantly to their profession, and gained exemplary reputation among colleagues and students within their community.

Achievement Award
This award recognizes Communications graduates or friends of the college whose significant contributions to the college and/or the University in terms of time and talent have brought distinction to themselves, the College, and the University.

Emerging Professional Award
This award recognizes young alumni (less than 10 years since graduation) for achievements that include professional and voluntary community accomplishments. The individuals serve as role models in business for students and alumni in the field of communications.

For all awards
Eligibility: Undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate degree alumni of the College of Communications. Present Alumni Society Board members are ineligible.
Nominations: Departmental faculty, Alumni Society board members, or any alumnus or friend of the College may submit nominations for these awards. Click here to access an online nomination form online.
Click here to access a printable nomination form.

Student Leadership Awards
This award recognizes those students who have demonstrated exemplary leadership skills on behalf of an organization affiliated with the College of Communications. The talent and energy these students bring to their organization should be demonstrable. These students serve as role models and set a standart for their peers. Two awards will be made annually: one to a College of Communications undergraduate student and one to a College of Communications graduate student. Cash awards will be presented in April.Click here to access nomination form.

Alumni-to-be participate in commencement exercises.

Contact information:
Mike Poorman ('82)
Manager ofAlumni Relations
302 James Building
University Park, PA 16801
Phone: (814) 865-3938
Email: mqp7@psu.edu