Nominations now being accepted for HCC Distinguished Alumni award
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[March 09, 2017]
NORMAL
- The Heartland Community College Alumni Association is seeking
nominations for its Distinguished Alumni award. The award recognizes
notable HCC alumni who demonstrate exceptional achievement in their
profession and make a positive impact on their community.
Nominations are due Friday, March 17, 2017.
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“The purpose of the award is to recognize alumni who are making a
difference in their community,” said Executive Director Chris
Downing. “We encourage co-workers, family members, friends and
professors to consider taking a few minutes to nominate an alum who
deserves to be honored.”
Last year’s award winners were Justin and Adam Bellas, brothers and
owners of Bellas Landscaping, which is a company they started while
attending Heartland. The brothers participate in many volunteer
projects throughout the community and often hire Heartland students
for internships and seasonal help.
Criteria for Nominations
To be considered for the Distinguished Alumni award, candidates need
to meet the following requirements:
- Completed at least one class at HCC
- Achieved success of an exceptional nature within their
chosen field or profession
- Made a positive impact on his/her community, through
leadership and/or active volunteering
- Agrees to be present and accept the award during
commencement on Friday, May 19, 2017 at the US Cellular Coliseum
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Nomination forms are available at heartland.edu/alumni (click the Celebrate
Success link on the left). Completed forms can be emailed to
chris.downing@heartland.edu or
delivered to:
Chris Downing
HCC Foundation Executive Director
Heartland Community College
1500 West Raab Road
Normal, IL 61761
For more information, call (309) 268-8110.
[Becky Gropp]
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