Alumni Awards

Nomination Criteria

Congratulations to School of Nursing alumnae, Bryanna Marshall and Dr. Laurie Leigh Ray who are on the 40 Under 40 this year.

Nomination Criteria

Each year, the Nurses Alumni Association (NAA) honors alumni and friends who are committed to the key values and missions of the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing (NHWSN) and NAA:

  • NHWSN's mission is to educate nurse leaders and scholars, generate new knowledge, and improve health and health care, all in service to the global community.
  • NAA's mission is to advance the school's mission by promoting lifelong relationships among alumni and strengthening their connection to the school through social, professional and philanthropic opportunities.

The NAA Awards have historically been presented during Homecoming weekend. With feedback from our alumni community, we have made the decision to shift the timing from Homecoming to an evening in late winter or early spring.

Please review the criteria below and nominate a classmate, colleague or friend who has meant much to the profession and to the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing (NHWSN).

Nomination Requirements

- Completed nomination form

- Statement of Support (500 words or less)

- A copy of the nominee's most recent resume/CV

- Any additional articles, videos, or other supporting materials that highlight the nominee's contributions to the nursing profession are also encouraged.

General Guidelines

All nominations are considered for three years, unless otherwise indicated by the nominator. The Awards Committee will not conduct independent research on a nominee and the committee will only consider information that is part of a submitted nomination. The Awards Committee will not consider nominations consisting solely of a nominee's resume; the nomination form and Statement of Support must also be included. Award recipients must attend the awards celebration to receive their award.

Awards Eligible for Nomination

Distinguished Nursing Lifetime Achievement Award: awarded to someone whose career has demonstrated continuous and exemplary contributions to the profession of nursing and/or healthcare. Can be awarded to an alumnus or non-alumnus (or both) each year.

Excellence in Nursing Education or Research: awarded to a School of Nursing alumnus that has shown significant contributions to advancing nursing knowledge or education with measurable impact.

Excellence in Nursing Leadership, Innovation, or Collaboration: awarded to a School of Nursing alumnus that has demonstrated transformative impact with tangible achievements in leadership, innovation, or collaboration.

Emerging Nursing Professional / Recent Graduate Award: awarded to a School of Nursing graduate from the past ten years who has contributed exceptional service to the School of Nursing Alumni Association, the School of Nursing, and/or to the profession of nursing.

Excellence in Social Responsibility and Global Health: awarded to a School of Nursing alumnus that has shown leadership in initiatives with documented, sustainable impact on global or community health. 

Excellence in Nursing Practice: awarded to a School of Nursing alumnus with sustained clinical excellence and leadership in practice that inspires peers. 

Honorary Alumni Award: awarded to an individual who is not an alumnus, but who has become a notable and important part of the School of Nursing family because of their dedication and distinguished service/support to the School of Nursing. 

Not all awards may be given in a particular year and may rotate or sit dormant at any time given the pool of nominees.

Questions

If you have any questions about the nomination process, please contact the Director of Alumni Engagement at alumni@nursing.emory.edu.

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