Wayne College accepting Distinguished Alumni nominations

The University of Akron Wayne College Alumni Association is pleased to announce nominations are now underway for the 2020 Distinguished Alumni Award. The award recognizes graduates who have shown leadership in the workplace and community. Nominees must have earned at least 30 credit hours from Wayne College.

Nominations may be made by anyone in the community. Forms and guidelines are available at wayne.uakron.edu/alumni. The deadline for nominations is Feb. 28, 2020. The selected alumna will be recognized at Wayne College's Graduate Recognition Ceremony in May. Last year’s recipient was John Lorson, district technician for the Holmes Soil & Water Conservation District, Orrville City Councilman and humor columnist.  

The University of Akron Wayne College is an educational and cultural hub for Wayne County and the surrounding region. Student success is achieved through excellent teaching with an emphasis on individualized attention. Students are prepared for further educational pursuits, career success and lifelong learning. Programming and support services are extended to our Regional Academic Centers, including The University of Akron Millersburg, Medina and Lakewood. To learn more, please visit wayne.uakron.edu.