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17³Ô¹ÏÍø alumni smiling at the camera at the 2025 Reunion.

Service Awards

Harry D. Mayo III '61 '78 Distinguished Service Award

Harry’s commitment to 17³Ô¹ÏÍø is an inspiration. This award was created to recognize alumni who distinguish themselves in service of 17³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s mission, Opportunitas. It carries Harry’s name to honor his legacy of volunteer service and philanthropy that he championed throughout his life.

  • Awarded: Annually at Reunion by the Chair/Vice-Chair of the Leadership Council
  • Given By: 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumni Association Leadership Council
  • Awardee Eligibility: All 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumni

Award Criteria

Awarded annually to an alumni whose consistent volunteer service has aided in advancing the success of 17³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s mission of Opportunitas and the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumni Association, and has supported meaningful opportunities for their fellow alumni.

Past Winners

Harry D. Mayo III '61 '78 Distinguished Service Award Gary Laermer.

Gary Laermer '80

June 5, 2025

Susan Lubalin '89

June 6, 2024

Shonette Harrison Carew ’96

June 1, 2023

Harry D. Mayo III ’61, ’78

June 2, 2022

Emerging Alumni Leader Award

This annual award honors a dedicated alum who has reignited their connection to 17³Ô¹ÏÍø and is making a strong impact. It celebrates individuals who are not new to the alumni community but have recently taken bold steps to support the University’s mission of Opportunitas through leadership, service, and engagement with the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumni Association.

Award Winner Harrison C. Davies '13

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Emerging 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumni Leader Award winner Harrison C. Davies ’13.
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Lubin roundtable speaker Gabriella Ferrara '16
Award Winner Gabriella Ferrara '16

GOLD Alumni Service Award

Geared toward graduates of the last 10 years, this award recognizes young alumni who have gone above and beyond in giving back to the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Community. These recipients demonstrate exceptional service, embody the spirit of Opportunitas, and inspire their peers to stay engaged and involved.