Alumni & Development
The most visible sign of the vitality of a University can be seen by examining the success and achievements of its alumni. Drake University and the National Alumni Association Board of Directors are proud to honor exceptional graduates with the Drake University Alumni Awards. These awards recognize the significant contributions of our alumni to their alma mater, their profession, and their communities.
John August, JO'92
Jon Bowermaster, JO'76
Chuck Schoffner, JO'72
Mary Sconiers-Chapman, ED'73, EdS'82
Emily Steele, BN'12
Molly Wilensky Nguyen, AS'13
Nominations are now being accepted for 2027 Alumni Awards. Nominations are due by November 3, 2026 with the ceremony in April 2027. For questions, please contact alumni@drake.edu.
Submit a nomination
Interested in learning more about Alumni Awards recipients from previous years?
View Past Awards Recipients