Alumni Awards

Each year, during Alumni Weekend, the Alumni Association recognizes four deserving graduates for their distinguished service to Columbia College and the community at large, as well as for any outstanding achievements in their chosen professions.

2023 Recipients

Distinguished Service Award—Nancy Burch Bunch ‘72
Career Achievement Award—Kaymani “Kay” Daniels West ‘97
Wil Lou Gray Outstanding Educator Award—Vivia Lawton Fowler ‘76
Outstanding Young Alumna Award—Kristin Wilson ‘17

Annual Alumni Weekends

Join us for our Alumni Weekend in 2024—more details coming soon. Check out the schedule from our most recent weekend. 

Friday:

  • 50th Reunion Luncheon  
  • Campus Tour for 50th Class Reunion
  • Enjoy Evening activities with Your Classmates 
  • Reception for President’s Circle Society
  • On-Campus Art Gathering

Saturday:

  • Registration and Check-In
  • Coffee and Conversations
  • Alumni Awards and Business Meeting 
  • Champagne Brunch and College Updates
  • Class/Group Gatherings
  • Tour of Campus 
  • Tailgate with Current Student-Athletes