For more than 45 years, UNLV’s Alumni Association has awarded their Alumni of the Year Awards to recognize exceptional individuals from each college who represent the ideals of higher learning and Rebel pride. Through the awards program, we recognize individuals for their outstanding achievements and leadership at the university as well as throughout our community. These recipients truly serve as inspiration for the generations of students who will follow. 

The Counselor Education Alum of the Year award recognizes graduates of the Master of Education in School Counseling or the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling programs.

The Educational Policy & Leadership Alum of the Year awards graduates of the Master of Education in Educational Policy and Leadership or Doctor of Education in Executive Educational Leadership programs.

The Higher Education Alum of the Year award recognizes the achievements of outstanding alumni whose personal lives, professional accomplishments, and service to the community exemplifies the mission and values of the following programs:

• Master of Education – Higher Education or Educational Leadership (emphasis in Higher Education)
• Doctor of Education – Educational Leadership (emphasis in Higher Education)
• Doctor of Philosophy – Higher Education or Educational Leadership (emphasis in Higher Education)

The School Psychology Alum of the Year award recognizes graduates of the school psychology educational specialist or doctoral programs.

This biannual award recognizes the outstanding College of Education alumni that live and/or work in Washoe County. All College of Education graduates are eligible, including but not limited to: educators, administrators, counselors, human service professionals, and higher education staff. Self-nominations are also accepted.

Nominate someone today!