The Recent Alumni Award for Service is presented to a recent alumnus who has demonstrated outstanding service to their community, church or Waldorf College. The alumnus must have graduated within the past 10 years. This award was established in 2004 with the first award being presented in 2005.
To nominate someone for this award, please print out the nomination form (pdf) and return to the alumni office by March 1. If you are unable to print the nomination form, contact the alumni office and one will be mailed to you.
Criteria for Recent Alumni Award for Service
1. Must be a graduate of Waldorf College.
2. Graduated within the past 10 years
3. Provided outstanding service to community, church or Waldorf College. (community includes local, state, country or world) It could be in one or all three areas. Service is not restricted to only volunteerism. The nominee can be an employee of a non-profit organization, a couple or a group.
4. Represents the ideals of Waldorf College.
A selection committee will review all nominations each spring and select one to receive the award in the fall. If your nominee is not selected, their file will remain open for three more years and be reviewed with the next year’s nominations.
Past Recipients
2010
Chase Chrisholm ‘05
“For innovative leadership in the Peace Corps, and for selfless, dedicated efforts to help those in need.”
2008
Ms. Michelle l. Church ’99
“For professional integrity in Marketing and Business, and for inspirational leadership and service to church and community.”
2007
Paul D. Smith ‘97
“For outstanding leadership and service to church, community and Waldorf College, and for embracing the true spirit of giving.”
2006
Mr. Jeffrey Jorth ’97
“For outstanding contribution to the insurance services profession and exceptional service to church, community and Waldorf College.”
2005
Mr. Benjamin Klipfel ’00
“For his outstanding service to North Dakota, his church and the communities in which he lives.”