The Buffalo State College Alumni Association seeks nominations for the 2008 Young Alumnus Achievement Award, which will be presented at a special awards reception on September 19, 2008, during Homecoming Weekend, and the 2009 Distinguished Alumnus Award, which will be presented at the Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 16, 2009.

Now in its seventh year, the Young Alumnus Achievement Award recognizes alumni of the last 20 years who have (1) achieved significant professional advancement; (2) provided outstanding service to the community; and (3) demonstrated loyalty and commitment to Buffalo State College. The deadline for 2008 nominations is Friday, July 25.

The Distinguished Alumnus Award is a very prestigious honor awarded to alumni who have: (1) Significant achievement or recognition in their field or profession; (2) Dedication to community service, civic affairs and volunteerism on a local, state, national or international level; and (3) Demonstrated ongoing support for and loyalty to the college and its mission. The deadline for 2009 nominations is December 12, 2009.

The Alumni Association welcomes nominations from alumni, faculty, staff, emeriti, students, and friends of the college (self-nominations are also acceptable). Young Alumnus and Distinguished Alumnus Recipients must be able to attend the functions on September 19 and May 16, respectively.

For nomination forms or more information, contact Jennifer Small at ext. 6001 or smalljl@buffalostate.edu, or visit: www.buffalostate.edu/alumni, and click on the links “Distinguished Alumni” and “Awards” to submit an application on-line.