Oakton seeking distinguished alumni to honor for 50th anniversary

The Oakton Community College Alumni Association is seeking nominations for distinguished alumni over the last five decades to be recognized at an event in fall 2019 in conjunction with the college's 50th anniversary.

The Oakton Distinguished Alumni Awards will recognize former Oakton students who have achieved success within their chosen professional field, as well as made a positive impact in their community through leadership, public service, philanthropy or volunteerism.

Nominees must have earned an Oakton degree or certificate or completed a minimum of 24 credit hours. Nominations must include a current resume and may include supplementary materials that address the nominee's accomplishments, such as news articles, brochures and photos. If self-nominating, at least one letter of recommendation must be submitted.

The deadline for nominations is Wednesday, July 31. They can be submitted at www.oakton.edu/alumni or via mail to Oakton Community College Office of Alumni Relations, 1600 E. Golf Road, Suite 1500, Des Plaines, IL 60016.