
The nomination period for 2025 is now open.
Each year, the Ohio University Alumni Association and OHIO Athletics honors alumni who have made their University proud, and the nominations for those awards come from Bobcats like you.
Read about the awards below and select the award category that fits your nominee best. You can even nominate yourself as long as all required documentation is included. The online form will be made available after the nomination period opens.
The nominator must complete the nomination form and provide two additional letters of reference. Incomplete or outdated packets/applications will not be considered. Letters of reference must clearly be in support of the nominee and their nomination for an alumni award.
A committee of the Ohio University Alumni Association Board of Directors reviews all nominations and presents a slate of names to the full board for approval at the annual spring meeting in Athens. Upon approval, award recipients and nominating individuals are notified via a congratulatory letter from the alumni association in June.
Awarded to an alumna or alumnus who has excelled in their chosen field and in their service to Ohio University.
The Board of Directors may award one (1) Alumna/Alumnus of the Year per year at the discretion of the Ohio University Alumni Board.
Awarded to Ohio University alumni who have excelled in their chosen field.
The Board of Directors may award up to four (4) Medals of Merit per year at the discretion of the Ohio University Alumni Board.
Awarded to alumni who have supported Ohio University with their time, talents, or treasure.
The Board of Directors may award up to four (4) Distinguished Service Awards per year at the discretion of the Ohio University Alumni Board.
Awarded to alumni who have excelled in their chosen field and in their service to Ohio University and their communities within 15 years of graduating.
The Board of Directors may award up to two (2) Ping Recent Graduate Awards per year at the discretion of the Ohio University Alumni Board.
Awarded to individuals who did not graduate from Ohio University, but have supported Ohio University and their communities with their time, talents, or treasure.
The Board of Directors may award up to two (2) Honorary Alumna/Alumnus of the Year Awards per year at the discretion of the Ohio University Alumni Board.
Can you think of a Bobcat that might be deserving of an award, but lack the background information to submit a formal nomination? Email Kayley Walker at walkerk3@ohio.edu to submit a name for consideration at any time throughout the year.