Duke University School of Nursing Alumni Awards

Distinguished Alumnus Award

Awarded annually to an alumnus whose career contributions in nursing or health care have been distinctive for their impact and have been recognized regionally, nationally, or internationally. Such contributions may include leadership, clinical expertise, nursing administration, nursing research, evidence-based nursing practice, innovation in health care delivery systems, health care policy, and innovative uses of clinical and/or nursing informatics.

Clinical Practice Excellence Award

To be awarded on occasion to an alumnus who has made a significant difference in nursing through their clinical practice.

Honorary Alumnus Award

To be awarded on occasion to an individual who is not an alumnus of the Duke School of Nursing but who has become a notable and important part of the School of Nursing family through long, dedicated, and distinguished service.

Lifetime Achievement Award

To be awarded on occasion to an alumnus or faculty member for extraordinary leadership and accomplishments in the field of nursing.

Humanitarian Award

To be awarded on occasion to an alumnus or faculty member for service to society—locally, nationally, or globally.

Trailblazer Award

Presented to alumni within seven years of graduating from Duke.
To be awarded on occasion to an alumnus who demonstrates excellence in their clinical field within seven years or less of completing their Duke education.

Exceptional Volunteer Service Award

To be awarded on occasion to an individual for outstanding volunteer service and/or fundraising efforts on behalf of the Duke University School of Nursing.