In an effort to recognize the outstanding contributions of our alumni volunteer groups, the UConn Alumni Association created the U-Awards. U-Awards are presented annually to geographic groups and other alumni groups that have distinguished themselves through exceptional program offerings.

Award Categories

The U-Learn Award

Awarded to the group that organizes the most outstanding career or life-networking program. These programs include career networking and professional development programs, life networking opportunities, and/or lifelong learning/continuing education offerings.

2009 Award Winner
New York City Alumni Chapter & School of Business Alumni and Friends Society
NYC Connections: Alumni Outreach for Business Students Heading to New York
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The U-Pride Award

Awarded to the group that organizes the most outstanding social program. These programs include social gatherings, sports related events and cultural activities.

2009 Award Winner
San Francisco Alumni Chapter
LobsterMania: New England-themed outing for UConn alumni, friends and fans.
Honorable mention: Sun Coast Alumni Chapter, 35th Annual Alumni Picnic.
View Previous U-Pride Winners

The U-Serve Award

Awarded to the group that organizes the most outstanding community service program. The U-Serve Award will recognize an outstanding service program regardless of when it is offered.

2009 Award Winner
African American Alumni Council
CPTV/Jack & Jill of America Community Service
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The U-Care Award

Awarded to the group that organizes the most outstanding resource development and/ or advocacy program. These programs include scholarships, book awards, Alumni Association membership drives, fundraising, gift prospecting activities, admissions programs and legislative advocacy.

2009 Award Winner
School of Nursing Alumni and Friends Society
Welcome Freshman Receptions
View Previous U-Care Winners

Award Criteria: The following criteria are utilized to reward outstanding volunteer group programming:

• Program has a high attendee/member ratio
• Program supports the mission of the Association
• Program results in measurable growth in membership or volunteer participation
  
• Program utilizes/showcases University resources/talent
• Program is new or unique, or it longevity has contributed to the group's success
• Program is a collaboration between alumni groups.

Eligibility: All recognized volunteer groups under the UConn Alumni Association umbrella are eligible, including recognized geographic groups, affinity groups and school/college societies. Programs/events must have occurred in 2009.

Nominations: Nominations are solicited from all volunteer groups under the UConn Alumni Association umbrella. All nominees are strongly encouraged to attend the Annual Meeting on Saturday, June 5, 2010. Submit your nominations and any supporting materials by Friday, March 5, 2010 to: U-Awards, attn: Linda Rogers, UConn Alumni Association, Alumni Drive Unit 3053, Storrs, CT 06269.

Selecting Body: The Outreach and Programs Committee of the Alumni Association Board of Directors reviews nominations and selects the award winners.

Timeline: The awards will be presented at our Annual Meeting on Saturday, June 5, 2010.

Recognition: The winners will be recognized in a display at the UConn Alumni Center and will be featured in an issue of UConn Member News, our publication for Alumni Association members.