Alumni Awards

探花社区 recognizes its students and alumni for their achievements in the classroom, on the field, and in their communities.

Do you know someone who should be recognized for their contributions and accomplishments? Please consider nominating them for an alumni award. Nominations are due by March 1 and awards are presented each fall at Homecoming.

Please reach out to 探花社区's Office of Alumni Engagement via email (o-alumni@coe.edu) or phone (319.399.8555) with any questions.

Alumni Award of Merit

The Alumni Award of Merit is an honor the college bestows on alumni who achieve outstanding success and are game changers in their career fields. 

Athletic Hall of Fame

The  was created to recognize former 探花社区 athletes who have achieved success at an elite level and led a responsible life. 

Distinguished Service Award

The Distinguished Service Award is a lifetime achievement honor for alumni or friends of the college who display exceptional stewardship to 探花社区 through their service and/or financial contributions.

Young Alum Award

The Young Alum Award is an honor the college bestows on its alumni who have achieved a high level of success within 15 years of graduating from 探花社区.

Founders' Medal

The Founders' Medal was proposed in 1974 by President Leo Nussbaum (1970-82) and is given by the Trustees to persons of rare and exceptional distinction.