North Central College is seeking nominees for the prestigious Alumni Awards. Alumni chosen for this recognition are honored during the College's annual Homecoming celebration. A description of the four specific awards follows.
 
The Outstanding Alumni Award recognizes distinguished graduates of North Central College whose professional achievements, personal successes, and community impact exemplify excellence. Presented to alumni more than 15 years after graduation, this honor celebrates individuals whose sustained accomplishments and leadership bring distinction to the College.

The Alumni Recognition Award celebrates young alumni of North Central College who are making an extraordinary impact early in their professional and personal journeys. This honor recognizes graduates within 15 years of earning their degree who demonstrate excellence in their careers, meaningful service to their communities, and continued dedication to the College.

The Cardinal Pride Award honors an alumnus/a or friend who demonstrates exceptional pride, dedication, and enthusiasm for the College through involvement, advocacy, and support. The award symbolizes the recipient's love of and devotion to the ideals and people of the institution and the nurturing of the Cardinal spirit in all of us. 

Established in 2006, the Wall of Witness Award honors alumni whose lives and work reflect the mission, values, and heritage of North Central College and the Evangelical Theological Seminary. Recipients embody a deep commitment to principled leadership, justice, and service through their professional work, ministry, or community involvement.

Nomination deadline for this year’s outstanding alumni awards ceremony is April 30. Nominations received after the deadline will be considered for the following year.

A selection committee reviews applications based on achievements, engagement, and impact.

Awards are presented annually at the homecoming outstanding alumni awards recognition dinner.