Assiniboine Community College is now accepting nominations for its annual alumni awards.

“Every year, when we review the nominations, we are reminded of the great talent and achievements of our alumni,” said Jon Temple, Vice-President of Assiniboine’s Alumni Association and chairperson of the award selection committee.

Nominations come from peers, employers or family of the alumnus, which he says demonstrates the impact they have made on their communities and local economies.

Individuals can nominate an Assiniboine alumnus for one of three awards.

1. Community Service Award: Awarded to an alumnus of the college who has positively impacted the quality of people’s lives through service to others.

2. Distinguished Alumni Award: Awarded to an alumnus of the college who has distinguished themselves in both their chosen profession and their community.

3. One to Watch Award: Awarded to an alumnus of the college, 30 years or younger, who has demonstrated exceptional achievement and significant contribution to their profession or community.

There is also the Excellence in Teaching Award, which will be presented to a current faculty member who has made an extraordinary contribution to teaching and the student experience.

“This is definitely one of the most gratifying parts of my job,” said Lisa Huston, Alumni Relations Coordinator at Assiniboine. “To see the challenges and successes of so many of our alumni is inspiring. Our Advancement Dinner provides a venue for us to come together and celebrate all of our more than 40,000 Assiniboine alumni.”

The deadline for nominations is Thursday, November 15, 2018. For nomination forms and more information, visit assiniboine.net/alumniawards or email alumni@assiniboine.net.

Awards will be presented at the annual Alumni Advancement Dinner on April 4, 2019.