Distinguished Alumnus

The Distinguished Alumnus recognizes an alumnus for extraordinary achievement of an exceptional nature in any field as well as contributions to the community or the College. Nominee must have achieved prominence in his or her field, be recognized in the community, and/or be recognized at the state or national level for accomplishment.

• The Distinguished Alumnus recognizes an alumnus for extraordinary achievement of an exceptional nature in any field as well as contributions to the community or the College.
• Nominee must have attended the college for at least two semesters.
• Nominee is eligible ten or more years after their final enrollment at Taft College.
• Nominee must have achieved prominence in his or her field, be recognized in the community, and/or be recognized at the state or national level for accomplishments. Desirable qualifications may include:
1. Community service
2. Participation in ASB, athletics, clubs or other organizations during the time the nominee was a student at Taft College
• Nominee may be awarded posthumously.
• A detailed biography including community service or participation in ASB, athletics, clubs or other organizations during the time the nominee was a student at Taft College. Also including accomplishments in their field, recognition in the community, and/or recognition at the state or national level for accomplishments.

1. Nomination Form.
2. A detailed biography including community service or participation in ASB, athletics, clubs or other organizations during the time the nominee was a student at Taft College. Also including accomplishments in their field, recognition in the community, recognition at the state or national level for accomplishments and/or any other information that supports the nominee in the category of recognition.
3. Please include any corroborating materials such as newspaper or magazine articles and testimonials from others knowledgeable of the candidate’s achievements.
4. Current and historical photo of nominee.