Alumni Awards
Celebrating Aspiration, Resilience, and Impact
The UCW Alumni Awards recognize outstanding graduates who exemplify the university’s values through leadership, service, and perseverance. These awards celebrate the transformative impact of a UCW education and the bold achievements of alumni who continue to inspire others in their communities and professions.
They are part of our ongoing commitment to honour alumni who are making a difference. Whether through innovation in their fields, support for others, or by navigating and overcoming challenges with courage and vision, these stories reflect the strength of our community. Nominations are open to the entire UCW network and invite diverse perspectives on what success and leadership look like.
Through the awards, we aim to deepen alumni engagement, strengthen our sense of community, and shine a light on the lasting contributions our graduates make in the world. These recognitions are one of the many ways we continue to build pride in the UCW alumni experience.
Award Types
Each year, we honour recipients in two distinct categories
Emerging Leader Award
This award recognizes emerging leaders who have shown notable achievements in their profession and community within the last 5 years.
Overcoming Adversity
The recognition of individuals who have overcome difficult circumstances and demonstrated a commitment to positively impact one or more of these four categories: history of adversity, human displacement, human rights, or personal/professional adversity.
Nomination Details
Before submitting, please review the information below:
Nomination Guidelines
Includes eligibility, selection criteria, and tips for submitting a strong nomination.
Nomination Checklist
before you begin, to ensure your submission meets all required elements.
Sample Nomination
a helpful preview of the form and sample answers will be available shortly.
Need Support?
Submitting early may allow time for informal feedback—reach out to the Alumni Team to learn more.
