Outstanding Alumnus/a in Journalism, Advertising, Public Relations, Telecommunication and Film, and Communication Studies

Frequency and Number: Annually, one in each area.

Method of Selection: A committee of the appropriate departmental faculty and at least one alumni selected by the board will review nominations. The appropriate committee presents its recommendation to the CCS board, along with supporting information.

Requirements: Winners must be a graduate of University in appropriate major or minor and have achieved sustained professional distinction in communication or a related field over a period of years. Occasionally a brief, exceptional record, such as the winning of a national award (Peabody, Pulitzer) will be sufficient achievement.

Distinguished Achievement Award

Requirements: Unusual sustained professional achievement in a communication or related field. Distinguished contribution to the art/science of communication through a lifetime of work, or an unusual brief effort resulting in a national award, such as a Peabody or Pulitzer. University of Alabama affiliation is not required.

Frequency and Number: From none to two annually.

Method: CCS Awards Committee solicits nominations and submits recommendation and supporting information to CCS Board.

Lifetime Honorary Alumni

Requirements: For exceptional loyalty and service to, participation in and support of programs and principles of the College of Communication. For persons not statutory alumni (majors or minors) of the college but closely identified with the college.

Frequency and Number: Indefinite.

Method: CCS Awards Committee solicits nominations and submits recommendation and supporting information to CCS Board.