Award Criteria
The Outstanding Service Award (Dr. Robert and Norma Ferguson Award) recognizes outstanding volunteer leadership and service to the University of Regina and/or the University of Regina Alumni Association.
To be nominated for the Outstanding Service Award (Dr. Robert & Norma Ferguson Award), the alumnus/alumna must:
- graduate from the University of Regina in a recognized degree, diploma or certificate program
- show exceptional volunteer leadership and service to the University of Regina and/or the University of Regina Alumni Association
- participate in activities that have enhanced the overall strength of the University of Regina and/or the University of Regina Alumni Association
- demonstrate long-term loyalty and dedication to the University of Regina and/or the University of Regina Alumni Association
- clearly represent the University’s motto, “As one who serves”.
1) Please complete an online nomination including:
a) Nominee’s name and contact info
b) Nominator’s name and contact info
c) A biographical summary that addresses these questions about the nominee:
- How does the candidate fulfill the award criteria? (250 words max.)
- In what ways have they achieved distinction in their field of endeavor? (250 words max.)
- What impact have they made on the University of Regina? (250 words max.)
- How do the nominee's achievements reflect positively on the University of Regina? (250 words max.)
- Include previous awards and honors if applicable
2) Collect 2 – 5 letters of support
- Letters of support from professional peers and those impacted by the nominee
- Letters of support from family members will not be accepted
Please limit the total number of attachments to a maximum of 8 pages. Do not use special characters in file names.
3) Submit the nomination form including a biographical summary by April 1, 2020.
Successful candidates will be contacted by the Alumni Engagement Office for her/her agreement:
- To accept the award
- To participate in a customized mentorship program with students and faculty
- To be present at the awards ceremony in fall of 2020 in Regina to accept the award
- To participate in promotion activities