JMU Alumni Awards Nominations 2026
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Thank you for nominating an outstanding James Madison University Alum. After creating an account/logging in, please select the award you are nominating for based on the descriptions below. Within the nomination form there is also an opportunity to attach any additional information (such as resume, online portfolio, news article, letter of reference, etc.) that you would like the review committee to know about the individual you are nominating. 

  • Being the Change Award | Celebrates an alumnus/a who demonstrates compassion, courage, leadership, and commitment to JMU’s core values by holding doors open for others in their communities and beyond. View past recipients of this award. 

  • Inez Graybeal Roop (’35) Alumni Service Award | Recognizes an alumnus/a for rendering outstanding voluntary service specific to the university, the JMU Alumni Association and/or fellow JMU alumni. Learn more about Inez Graybeal Roop ’35. View past recipients of this award. 

  • Ronald E Carrier Alumni Achievement Award | Recognizes an alumnus/a who has made a significant  impact and enduring value through their achievements and efforts in their career, service, philanthropy, or otherwise which embody the spirit of Ron Carrier. View past recipients of this award. 

  • Student Today, Alumni Tomorrow | Presented to a current student or graduate within the last year, this award recognizes a Duke who provides leadership and serves as a role model for their peers. Dukes from Day One, Alumni For Life. View past recipients of this award. 

  • Young Alumni Award | Recognizes a graduate of the past decade who has demonstrated excellence since graduation in their career, community service, and/or philanthropy and engagement with JMU. View past recipients of this award. 

Additional Criteria:

  • Nominees for any award may not be a current, full-time faculty/staff member at JMU, voting member of the JMU Board of Visitors or current member of the JMUAA Board of Directors.
  • Each recipient must have attained notable achievement or made lasting contribution to his/her professional, philanthropic or voluntary endeavors.

The awards committee reserves the right to grant an award in a different category should the information warrant. After completing the nomination form, you will receive a confirmation email. The nominee will also be contacted for additional information.