Annual Award Nomination

Annually, since 2008, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University has proudly recognized alumni who exhibit the highest professional standards and a Franciscan-inspired commitment to service.

Nominees selected for recognition at the Hall of Distinction exemplify Franciscan values. Their lives contradict our society’s stress on individualism and materialism and are led, instead, by joyfulness of spirit, reverence of life, justice, humility and service.

When submitting a nomination please provide the full name of the nominee, graduation year and a brief narrative (1/2 page to 1 page). A successful nomination will address at least 2-3 of the listed criteria related to the intended award and will describe what qualities the nominee possesses to make them worthy of recognition.

Rising Star Alumni Award
Shining Star Alumni Award
Distinguished Alumni Award

You have two ways to submit your nomination(s):

Online: Complete the form below and submit before the deadline.
Email: Include the information requested below in an email to Marlena.Zello@franu.edu before the deadline.

*The deadline for submitting nominations for the 2026 Hall of Distinction is January 16th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

Awards Nomination Criteria

FranU graduate (within last 5 years)
Professional Service
Workplace role / position
Professional accomplishments
Professional group(s) membership and participation
Active engagement in community service exhibiting the University’s core values
Joyfulness of Spirit
Reverence and Love for All Life
Justice
Humility
Service

Note: volunteer service only; additional levels of participation with the organization (i.e., financial support) are not a factor considered for the award

FranU graduate (between 5 and 15 years ago)
Professional Service
Workplace role / position
Professional accomplishments
Professional group(s) membership and participation
Active engagement in community service exhibiting the University’s core values
Joyfulness of Spirit
Reverence and Love for All Life
Justice
Humility
Service

Note: volunteer service only; additional levels of participation with the organization (i.e., financial support) are not a factor considered for the award

In keeping with the tradition of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady (FMOL) and demonstrating the vision to make a significant difference in our communities the Distinguished Alumni Award honors an individual who exemplifies the following:

FranU graduate (greater than 15 years ago)
Demonstrates the University’s core values through everyday activities
Joyfulness of Spirit
Reverence and Love for All Life
Justice
Humility
Service
Fosters collaboration
Exhibits community leadership
Engaged with University and/or FMOLHS community

Note: volunteer service only; additional levels of participation with the organization (i.e., financial support) are not a factor considered for the award.