Homecoming Awards
Overview
Homecoming is the biggest event of the year for us and there's no better time to bring home our most accomplished and devoted alumni. The University's highest awards are granted at this time, each emphasizing a different aspect of the value of our alumni.
- The Distinguished Alumnus Award recognizes exemplary professional and personal contributions resulting in national or international recognition.
- The ISU Achievement Award recognizes personal actions, generosity and self-sacrifice on behalf of the University by a faculty or staff member.
- The ISU Distinguished Service Award recognizes ISU staff who have shown exceptional loyalty to the University though an extended period of employment.
- The William J. Bartz Award recognizes continued support and development of ISU through personal actions, participation in University affairs and financial support.
- The President's Medallion was established in 2001 to honor friends and alumni whose outstanding accomplishments and exemplary service and support bring distinction to the University and advance higher education.
- Homecoming Parade Marshals are faculty, staff and alumni who have made a significant impact in the ISU community, often enjoying great popularity among colleagues and students.