Winners announced for 2025/2026 Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Alumni Awards
The Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Alumni Association recognizes the achievements, contributions and service of alumni and friends of the college each year.
The association solicits nominations and recommends candidates to receive Alumni Association awards. Each award may be presented to one or more alumni.
The honorees will be recognized at the Founders Day Celebration on Friday, May 1, 2026, 5-8 p.m. Members of the Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø community and their guests are invited to attend. Tickets to the ceremony cost $30 per person.
2025/2026 winners
Outstanding Achievement Award
Steven Hollingworth '80
The Outstanding Achievement Award recognizes the recipient¡¯s achievement in their vocation.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award
Ladies of Vital Essence
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award recognizes an individual or organization for work to promote diversity, equity and inclusion on campus or in the community.
Outstanding Service Award
Kathryn Anderson '74 Janicek
The Outstanding Service Award recognizes a recipient's exemplary service to Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø or the honor reflected on Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø by exceptional community service.
Richard A. Swanson Humanitarian Award 2026
Richard Priggie '74
The Richard A. Swanson Humanitarian Award recognizes the recipient¡¯s service to the church, to Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø and/or involvement with humanitarian social issues (e.g., addressing poverty, injustice or prejudice) on a local, state or national level.
Honorary Alumna Award
Beth Goodrich
The Honorary Alumnus/Alumna Award recognizes significant contribution to Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø by a friend of the college who did not graduate from Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø.
Viking Vocation Award
Arsal Shareef '15
The Viking Vocation Award recognizes individuals, businesses and/or other organizations that support, contribute to and advance the career success of past, present or future students of Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø.
GOLD & Bold Award
Nic Giliberto '25, Kaitlyn Maize '19 and Shelly Summers '20
The GOLD and Bold Award recognizes alumni of the past decade who exemplify the spirit of Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø through service and leadership. Rooted in Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø¡¯s liberal arts tradition, this award honors graduates who use their talents, character, and energy to make a meaningful difference in their communities and professions. The GOLD & Bold award is sponsored and awarded by the GOLD Council.