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Outstanding Achievement Award

Awarded once per year to an alum who, through his or her contributions to WVU, has positively influenced our students.

Nomination & Selection Criteria

WVU Student Life recognizes the achievements and contributions of our outstanding students and staff members.

  • Nominee must a graduate of West Virginia University Nominee must not have been an employee of the West Virginia University Division of Student Life but may be an employee of West Virginia University.
  • Nominee must serve as an outstanding role model for young adults.

Only one Student Life Outstanding Achievement Award is given each year. Posthumous nominations will be accepted provided a family member will be present at the reception. Spouses/partners may be nominated together if both individuals have made a significant impact on Student Life at WVU. Self-nominations will not be accepted.

Submission Deadline: Nominations are due August 4, 2023 and open July 24, 2023 using the form linked below.

Complete A Nomination Form

2022 Award Recipient

Jack Thompson

As the University’s director of corporate relations, Thompson is responsible for leading operations and setting strategic direction for corporate engagements and relations.

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See Past Award Recipients

Student Life Hall of Fame inductees have dedicated 10 or more years of service to furthering the WVU Student Life mission of creating an extraordinary and transformative experience for every WVU student. See who else has been given this award over the years.

View Past Recipients Page

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