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Alumni Awards Nomination Form

The MUSC Alumni Awards recognize alumni and friends who have made significant contributions to the growth of MUSC and have distinguished themselves through outstanding service to the Medical University, their profession and their community.


*The College of Pharmacy alumnus/alumna chosen for the Distinguished Alumni Award will also be asked to deliver the keynote address for the college’s Awards and Hooding event. This event provides the honoree with a platform to share his/her story with more than 700 guests! The nominee should excel in pharmacy, inspire future pharmacists, represent the diversity of professional opportunities made possible by a Pharm.D. degree, and exemplify a patient-first perspective on pharmacy.


Distinguished Military Service

The award is presented to a graduate of MUSC and current United States military service member who has distinguished themselves through exceptional meritorious service and achievement while serving in the United States military.

Distinguished Alumni Award

Each year, up to two distinguished alumni from each college are honored for their dedication to the Medical University and their chosen fields. The MUSC Alumni Association expresses deep appreciation and admiration to alumni who bring honor not only to MUSC, but also their communities.


Eligible nominees are college graduates or resident graduates of MUSC who have exhibited one or more of the following in a clinical or academic/research setting:

  • Made outstanding contributions to their profession.
  • Demonstrated leadership in professional practice, education or community.
  • Made an impact in their profession or community at a local, national or international level.
  • Demonstrated high professional standards and commitment.
  • Provided consultation to colleagues in an area of expertise.
  • Exhibited extraordinary dedication to the advancement of MUSC, furthering its mission.
  • Have not previously received an MUSC Alumni Award.

Emerging Leader Award

This award is given to recent graduates of MUSC (within 10 years of graduation) for exemplary leadership and dedication, exceptional accomplishments, achievements, and service.


Consideration is based on the nominee’s contributions to MUSC as well as their contributions to their chosen career field, service in their community and engagement of their alma mater.

Your Contact Information
Nominee's contact information

Nominee's Education & Professional Information
College(s) attended (undergraduate, master’s, doctorate), class year(s), degree(s) earned.
Please provide a brief statement on why you have nominated this individual for an Alumni Award.
Please do not include any personal identification numbers.