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  4. Alumni Awards

Alumni Awards

Coe recognizes its students and alumni for their achievements in the classroom, on the field, and in their communities.

Do you know someone who should be recognized for their contributions and accomplishments? Please consider nominating them for an alumni award. Nominations are due by March 1 and awards are presented each fall at Homecoming.

Please reach out to Coe's Office of Alumni Engagement via email (o-alumni@coe.edu) or phone (319.399.8555) with any questions.

Alumni Award of Merit

The Alumni Award of Merit is an honor the college bestows on alumni who achieve outstanding success and are game changers in their career fields. 

Alumni Award of Merit Nomination Form

Athletic Hall of Fame

The Athletic Hall of Fame was created to recognize former Coe athletes who have achieved success at an elite level and led a responsible life. 

Athletic Hall of Fame Nomination Form

Distinguished Service Award

The Distinguished Service Award is a lifetime achievement honor for alumni or friends of the college who display exceptional stewardship to Coe through their service and/or financial contributions.

Distinguished Service Award Nomination Form

Young Alum Award

The Young Alum Award is an honor the college bestows on its alumni who have achieved a high level of success within 15 years of graduating from Coe.

Young Alum Award Nomination Form

Founders' Medal

The Founders' Medal was proposed in 1974 by President Leo Nussbaum (1970-82) and is given by the Trustees to persons of rare and exceptional distinction.