USF Alumni Awards

Oct. 16

6 p.m. — Cocktail Reception
7 p.m. — Dinner & Awards Ceremony

This year proudly marks the 50th anniversary of the Distinguished Alumni Award. In recognition of this milestone, all past recipients of the Distinguished Alumni Award are invited to a private pre-dinner function ahead of the ceremony.

Meet the 2025 USF Alumni Award Recipients

The University of South Florida has announced its 2025 Alumni Award recipients. They include three Distinguished Alumni with extraordinary professional accomplishments and one graduate and two non-alumni who have made significant contributions to USF and the Tampa Bay area. Read more

Annual Awards Honor Bulls Making an Impact

A long-standing USF Alumni Association tradition is to annually recognize and celebrate outstanding alumni and community leaders who have made a significant contribution to the university and the community. The USF Alumni Awards are the university's highest awards for alumni and community members.

Recipients are typically announced in late spring or early summer, and presented with their awards at a ceremony and dinner held during USF's Homecoming Week. They are also recognized on the field at the Homecoming football game.

Distinguished Alumnus or Alumna Award

Now in its 50th year, this award recognizes USF alumni who have reached the pinnacle of success in their careers or professions. Criteria and award selection information »

Donald A. Gifford Service Award

This award, presented since 1991 and renamed in 2000, honors USF graduates who have rendered distinguished service to USF and the community. Criteria and award selection information »

Class of '56 Award

This award recognizes a non-USF graduate who has provided outstanding service to USF and the Tampa Bay community. Criteria and award selection information »