Northeast Community College is proud to recognize individuals who have contributed significantly to the success of the institution through five awards. If you are aware of an individual positively representing the College in their communities, and are committed to creating futures for all, please let us know. Current employees are not eligible for nomination. The Achievement Awards Ceremony is held annually in October.
Northeast Community College Foundation OfficePO Box 469
Norfolk, NE 68702
awards@northeast.edu
Awards
Alumni Hall of Success Award
This honor is awarded to past graduates and students who have achieved significant success in their professions, exhibited exemplary citizenship qualities, and/or made significant contributions to their communities and/or community affairs. Nominees should have completed a recognized diploma or degree from Northeast (or its predecessor colleges) or completed at least 24 credit hours at Northeast to be applied toward a degree at another college or university. Nominations are due by May 31.
Distinguished Service Award
Presented to individuals either living or deceased, and/or organizations who have demonstrated active service to higher education and who have played a significant role in the development of Northeast Community College. Current students, full and part-time employees, and present Board of Governor members are not eligible.
Northeast Community College Honorary Associate Degree
This honor may be conferred on an individual who has provided prominent service and support to the institution. Recipients shall be persons who have invested of themselves in the success of the institution and who have made significant contributions to the development of the College and/or its programs who has not obtained any post-secondary degree. This is a very special recognition that may not be awarded each year.
Nebraska Community College Association Distinguished Alumni Award
Presented by the Nebraska Community College Association to one distinguished graduate of each of the community college areas. Recipients have been previously awarded the Northeast Alumni Hall of Success Award.
Nebraska Community College Association Friend of Community Colleges Award
This award is the highest award that the Association may bestow on a non-trustee. The award will not necessarily be presented every year. The recipient of this award will have demonstrated through their actions, over a period of time, a commitment to the community college system and who has significantly advanced the cause of community college association.