Alumnus of Tomorrow
This award is presented each academic year to a graduating student (from that academic year) who has displayed commitment to their individual endeavors – academic, social, and personal – and who shows great promise toward their future endeavors.

Distinguished Alumnus
This award is presented to an alumnus or alumna who has demonstrated distinguished professional achievement, personal qualities, and service to the university.

Medal of Merit
This award is presented to an alumnus or alumna who has demonstrated career achievements and outstanding performance in their profession.

Alumni Community Service
This award is presented to an alumnus or alumna in recognition of their outstanding volunteer service and contributions to the community.

Outstanding Recent Graduate
This award is presented to an alumnus or alumna with their first baccalaureate degree from Shawnee State within the last 5 years, and who demonstrate the positive impact their University education has had on their profession and community.

Alumni Continued Service
This award is presented to an alumnus or alumna currently working at Shawnee State who has demonstrated distinguished professional achievement, personal qualities, and service while working at their alma mater.