This award is chosen based on outstanding lifetime achievement as a distinguished alumni and community leader.
This award is given to entrepreneur and/or innovator for significant contribution to the advancement of a business or enterprise.
This award is given to an emerging leader making waves in his/her field, positive role model and reflection on the university.
This award recognizes one family with a tradition of attending GSW – award given in recognition of a multi-generational family that has shown continued interest in and support of GSW.
Named in honor of our first alumni director, this award recognizes outstanding alumni service to GSW. This award is nominated by members of the Alumni Association.
The Canes Community Champion Award recognizes a dedicated servant of the community who shows a fervent record of collaboration with and advocacy for GSW.
The annual Outstanding Alumni Awards celebrate Georgia Southwestern State University alumni who have distinguished themselves as community leaders, innovators, and civic-minded individuals who are positive role models in their personal and professional lives.
2023 – The James and Dawn Smith Family
2022 – The Turner Family
2020 – The Watford Family: