Annual Award Nominations

Annually, since 2008, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University has proudly recognized alumni and community leaders who exhibit the highest professional standards and a Franciscan-inspired commitment to service.

Nominees selected for recognition at the FĂȘte des FidĂšles exemplify Franciscan values. Their lives contradict our society’s stress on individualism and materialism and are led, instead, by joyfulness of spirit, reverence of life, justice, humility and service.

When submitting a nomination please provide the full name of the nominee, graduation year for alumni, and a brief narrative (1/2 page to 1 page). A successful nomination will address at least 2-3 of the listed criteria related to the intended award and will describe what qualities the nominee possesses to make them worthy of recognition.

    • Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Rising Star Alumni Award
    • Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Shining Star Alumni Award
    • Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Distinguished Alumni Award
    • Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Franciscan Impact Award

    You have two ways to submit your nomination(s):

    • Online: Complete the form below and submit before Wednesday, June 30.
    • Email: Include the information requested below in an email to Corey.Williams@franu.edu before the deadline.
    The deadline for submitting your nomination is Wednesday, June 30 at 5:00 p.m.

    Awards Nomination Criteria

    Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Rising Star Alumni Award

    • Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University graduate (graduated within last 5 years: 2016-2021)
    • Professional Service
    • Workplace role / position
    • Professional accomplishments
    • Professional group(s) membership and participation
    • Active engagement in community service exhibiting the FMOLHS’ and University’s core values
    • Joyfulness of Spirit
    • Reverence and Love for All Life
    • Justice
    • Humility
    • Service

    Note: volunteer service only; additional levels of participation with the organization (i.e., financial support) are not a factor considered for the award



    Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Shining Star Alumni Award

    • Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University graduate (graduated between 5 and 15 years ago: 2006-2016)
    • Professional Service
    • Workplace role / position
    • Professional accomplishments
    • Professional group(s) membership and participation
    • Active engagement in community service exhibiting the FMOLHS’ and University’s core values
    • Joyfulness of Spirit
    • Reverence and Love for All Life
    • Justice
    • Humility
    • Service

    Note: volunteer service only; additional levels of participation with the organization (i.e., financial support) are not a factor considered for the award


    Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Distinguished Alumni Award

    In keeping with the tradition of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady (FMOL) and demonstrating the vision to make a significant difference in our communities the Distinguished Alumni Award honors an individual who exemplifies the following:

    • Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University graduate (graduated greater than 15 years ago: 2005 or earlier)
    • Demonstrates the FMOLHS’ and University’s core values through everyday activities
    • Joyfulness of Spirit
    • Reverence and Love for All Life
    • Justice
    • Humility
    • Service
    • Fosters Collaboration
    • Exhibits community leadership
    • Engaged with University and/or FMOLHS community

    Note: volunteer service only; additional levels of participation with the organization (i.e., financial support) are not a factor considered for the award.


    Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Franciscan Impact Award

    In keeping with the tradition of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady (FMOL) and demonstrating the vision to make a significant difference in our communities the Franciscan Impact Award honors an individual who exemplifies the criteria below. (Note: the nominee may or may not be an alumnus of FranU.)

    • Demonstrates the FMOLHS’ and University’s core values through everyday activities
    • Joyfulness of Spirit
    • Reverence and Love for All Life
    • Justice
    • Humility
    • Service
    • Fosters Collaboration
    • Exhibits community leadership
    • Engaged with University and/or FMOLHS community

    Note: volunteer service only; additional levels of participation with the organization (i.e., financial support) are not a factor considered for the award

    Note: Nominations are usually for individuals. However, a nomination for a pair (e.g. husband and wife, two sisters etc.) will be considered.

    FĂȘte des FidĂšles Nominations

    Nominee's Information
    If the nomination is for the Franciscan Impact Healthcare Hero Award, explain the nominee's affiliation with the University and/or the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System.
    Nominator's Information

    For questions or additional information please contact Corey Williams at (225) 490-1617 or via email at

    corey.williams@franu.edu.

    NOTE:
    • All nominations will be confidential.

    • Nominators may nominate more than one person for these awards.