Berea College

The Berea College Alumni Association recognizes the achievements of alumni of Berea College through the awards program. Alumni are considered for both their accomplishments in their professional life as well as their service to their alma mater for the following awards:

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This award is given to alumni who have (1) achieved distinction in their chosen field; and (2) by application of principles fostered at Berea have done much to enrich the lives of others.

Distinguished Alumnus Award

This award is given to alumni during or prior to their twentieth class reunion year, and whose achievements in career, public service and volunteer activities are worthy of recognition and have brought honor to the College.

Outstanding Young Alumnus Award 

This award is given to alumni who have rendered outstanding service to, and demonstrated loyal interest in, Berea College.

Alumni Loyalty Award 

This award is given to non-alumni in recognition of their outstanding service to, and demonstrated loyal interest in, Berea College.

Honorary Alumnus Award 

This award is given to alumni who have been employed by the College and are recognized for their outstanding service, demonstrated loyal interest and extraordinary quality of work to the Berea College Family.

Rodney C. Bussey Award of Special Merit 

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<strong><em>Read more about recent award winners in the <a href="https://magazine.berea.edu/category/alumni-connections/alumni-awards/">Berea College Magazine</a>.</em></strong>

Alumni Awards