Annual Award Nominations

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 Friday, January 26, 2024.
    • Email: Include the information requested below in an email to alicia.quebedeaux@franu.edu before the deadline.
    The deadline for submitting your nomination is Friday, January 26, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.

    Awards Nomination Criteria

    Rising Star Alumni Award

    • 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



    Shining Star Alumni 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


    Distinguished Alumni 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.


    Hall of Distinction Nomination Form

    Nominee's Information
    Discuss the following: Professional Service; Workplace Role/Position; Engagement in Community; Professional accomplishments; Professional group(s) membership and participation.
    Nominator's Information

    For questions or additional information please contact Alicia Quebedeaux at (225) 526-1617 or via email at

    alicia.quebedeaux@franu.edu.

    NOTE:
    • All nominations will be confidential.

    • Nominators may nominate more than one person for these awards.