Lethbridge Polytechnic has opened nominations for its Honouring Excellence awards.
The program is celebrating its 35th anniversary in recognizing the positive contributions and leadership of the polytechnic’s alumni.
“Honouring Excellence is our chance to celebrate alumni whose work and leadership are shaping the communities they work, live and play in,” said alumni engagement coordinator Greg Goodwin.
“As we mark 35 years of Honouring Excellence, we are eagerly looking forward to hearing about this years’ nominees and the differences they are making.”
Lethbridge Polytechnic alumni can be nominated for the following awards:
Rising Star – This award recognizes those who, within 10 years of graduating, have left trails of success “as they hurtle above the crowd to claim their places as driven innovators in their professions.”
Career Virtuoso – This is presented to alumni who have made significant contributions to their professional field through diligence, talent and dedication. Officials said Career Virtuoso Award winners, “Are the inventors, creators and leaders who have shown a steady rise to success that is recognized by their peers and in their industry.”
Community Leader – This award is presented to Lethbridge Polytechnic graduates who have made contributions to their community through work or personal interests. Officials said, “Award winners have the drive to improve the lives of fellow citizens.”
Distinguished Alumni – This award was established in 1992 to commemorate the polytechnic’s 35th anniversary and recognizes graduates who have distinguished themselves in their chosen careers, made a significant contribution to their communities and demonstrated service to the polytechnic and its students.
The post-secondary said to be considered for an award, nominees must have graduated from Lethbridge Junior College, Lethbridge Community College, Lethbridge College, Lethbridge Polytechnic, or by the nature of the program, transferred to another institution to complete their studies.
Individuals who finished trades programs, apprenticeship training, or the Nursing Education in Southwestern Alberta program at the polytechnic are also eligible.
The nomination packages must be submitted before Jan. 15, 2027, with recipients set to be celebrated at an event on April 15.
More on the award, including how to nominate someone, is available on the Lethbridge Polytechnic website.
