Nominations and Criteria
Each year, Perkins School of Theology recognizes Perkins graduates who have demonstrated effectiveness and integrity in service to the church, continuing support and involvement in the goals of Perkins School of Theology and SMU, distinguished service in the wider community and exemplary character.
Nomination Deadline
Sept. 1, 2018
Distinguished Alumni/ae Banquet
Monday, Nov. 12, 5 to 6:30 p.m.
$50 per person/$400 per table (8 persons)
Click here for registration and payment.
Nominate an Alumnus/a
Nominations must be made in writing, with a letter detailing the nominee's career highlights and other accomplishments.
Letters or statements from at least two additional persons must be submitted in support of the nomination as well.
The person submitting the nomination should compile all materials and mail as one package to:
Office of Public Affairs and Alumni/ae Relations
Perkins School of Theology
PO Box 750133
Dallas, TX 75275-0133
Alternatively, letters may be sent together as attachments via e-mail to:
Rev. Connie L. Nelson, clnelson@smu.edu
Director of Public Affairs and Alumni/ae Relations
More Information about Distinguished Alumnus/a Award Criteria (PDF)
Read about the 2017 Distinguished Alumnus Award Recipient
List of all Perkins School of Theology Distinguished Alumnus/a Award Recipients