2027 USF Outstanding Young Alumni Awards

Program Highlights and Eligibility Criteria

Award Objective

The Outstanding Young Alumni Awards program recognizes alumni aged 35 or younger who have demonstrated emerging and unique innovation, creativity and career success. Selections are based on professional success; however, a demonstrated commitment to USF and opportunity for future involvement may also be considered.

Established in 2004, this prestigious award celebrates the accomplishments of USF's youngest alumni. The awards event, which includes an entertaining and informative recipients' panel discussion, provides an enrichment opportunity for students and an engaging networking opportunity for students, alumni and friends.

Eligibility

• Only living alumni who have completed at least one class at USF and who have not reached the age of 36 by Jan. 1, of the award presentation year are eligible.
• Members of the Awards Committee (hereinafter referred to as “the Committee”), as well as members of the USF Alumni Association Board of Directors and their immediate family members, are not eligible to be selected or receive the award during their period of service.
• Individuals who are campaigning for elected political office are not eligible for the award if the election takes place within 12 months of the Committee's meeting.
• Individuals who accept the award commit to attend the awards event, barring an unforeseeable and extraordinary circumstance.
• USF employees may be considered provided there is a clear indication of unique and stellar success in the alum’s position.

Timeline

Nominations Open: July 27
Nominations Close: Aug. 21
Recipients Notified: Mid-November
Ceremony: Feb. 11, 2027

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