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Awards and Scholarships
WMU Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Awards
The WMU Alumni Association believes the quality of a university is ultimately measured not by the curricula, the facilities or programs, but rather by the quality of its alumni. Thus, it is appropriate for the Association to honor and celebrate those graduates who bring distinction to their alma mater through their professional achievements.Established in 1963, the Association's Distinguished Alumni Award recognize WMU graduates who have achieved a high level of success in their chosen fields.
The Alumni Association presents no more than three awards annually. Recipients are announced each August.
2009 Award Recipients
Susan Martin Bunda, B.A. '86
Nancy J. Diehl, B.A. '75
Ken V. Miller, B.B.A. '69, M.B.A. '70
Past Award Recipients
Award Criteria
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Nominees:
- Must have received at least one degree from WMU.
- Must have attained a high level within their chosen field of endeavor, exemplified through significant professional achievement.
- Shall be a positive reflection and enhance the reputation of Western Michigan University.
- Shall have, through their accomplishments, received state, national or international recognition.
Graduates currently seeking election to public office are not eligible for consideration.
Nomination Process and Form
Legacy Scholarship
The Legacy Scholarship was established by the Alumni Association in 1990. Award recipients receive $1000 for one year, the award is not renewable.The Legacy Scholarship application for 2010 is now available.