Call for nominations: Regents’ Distinguished Alumni Award 

Washington State University invites you to recognize exceptional alumni whose achievements, leadership, and service bring distinction to the Cougar community.

Regents’ Distinguished Alumni Award nominations are accepted May 15–July 15.

Submit a nomination today

As the university’s highest alumni honor, this award celebrates Cougs whose impact spans industries, communities, and the world. Past recipients represent the very best of WSU — from visionary philanthropists and entrepreneurs to leaders in education and global media.

Recent and notable honorees include:

  • Patricia Raikes
    Philanthropist and education equity advocate
  • Jamie Kern Lima
    Founder of IT Cosmetics and nationally recognized business leader
  • Connie Kravas
    Transformational higher education advancement leader
  • Edward R. Murrow
    Iconic broadcast journalist who shaped modern news media
  • Gary P. Brinson
    Globally recognized investment management leader
  • Dwight Damon
    Innovator in orthodontic dentistry
  • Roger O. McClellan
    Expert in toxicology and human health risk analysis
  • David Miller & Robert Hull
    Acclaimed architects and industry leaders
  • Irwin Rose
    Nobel Prize–winning chemist recognized for groundbreaking research

Your nomination helps ensure that inspiring achievements are recognized and celebrated across the Cougar community and beyond.

Questions? Contact jvandolah@wsu.edu.

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