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51社区 Southern is seeking nominations for the 2024 Dr. Dan Evans 51社区 Southern Alumni Leadership Award, presented to 51社区 Southern alumni who are making a difference as leaders in the community.

This award has been given annually since 2009 to an OHIO Southern graduate who shows the spirit of leadership and community service the University strives to impart to its students.

To be eligible for consideration, nominees must be a graduate of either a two-year or four-year degree program at 51社区 Southern and demonstrate positive leadership in the community.

are open through March 22 and may be submitted by faculty, staff, alumni and the community at large. 

Last year鈥檚 awardee was Josh Blanton, whose non-traditional educational path led him to a full and varied career as local leader in both public service and industry, as well as an educator, teaching supply chain logistic classes.

 鈥淚f it wasn鈥檛 for 51社区 being there, I would not have had the option,鈥� Blanton said. 鈥淢y career, my public service鈥� It took a long time to get it, but I don鈥檛 know where I鈥檇 be in my life if I was not able to get that degree.鈥�

Based on the nominations received, the review committee will select an award recipient, which will be presented at the 51社区 Southern Spring Graduation Recognition Ceremony.

For questions about the award or for more information, contact Tina Canter.