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President's Distinguished Alumni Award

About the President's Distinguished Alumni Award

Distinguished Alumni Award medalEstablished in 2010, the President’s Distinguished Alumni Award has been presented annually to graduates of Atlantic Cape who have differentiated themselves through a combination of professional, academic, and community-based accomplishments and have also remained committed to supporting Atlantic Cape, its mission, and most importantly, its students.

2025 President's Distinguished Alumni Awards

The Atlantic Cape Alumni Association and Distinguished Alumni Award Selection Committee are excited to announce the recipients of the 2025 President's Distinguished Alumni Awards! Congratulations!

Distinguished-Alumni-Awards-Dinner-6.jpgPresident's Distinguished Alumni Award: Dr. Karen Brundage Johnson '15 and Raymond Williams '72

Community Service Award: Walter Johnson, III '93 and Regina McCann Larsen '74

Young Alumni Achievement Award: Alana Maldonado '18 and Chef Kyle Timpson '16

This year's awardees were honored during a special awards dinner hosted at Careme's Restaurant on April 3, 2025 The recipients were also recognized during the college's commencement ceremony on May 22. Learn more about this year's award recipients below.

For more information about this award or the nomination process, email Kristin Jackson at kjackson@atlanticcape.edu or (609) 463-3621.

2025 Award Recipient Bios

Previous Recipients

Types of Awards

Distinguished Alumni Award

The President's Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to Atlantic Cape graduates who have made significant contributions in their professional field, community, and/or through humanitarian service. A strong dedication to Atlantic Cape's mission, including giving back to support the college's student population, and legacy, is also a key factor in selecting recipients.

Young Alumni Achievement Award

This honor is bestowed upon an alumnus 40 years of age or younger who has excelled in his/her profession, made positive contributions to his/her community, and remained connected to Atlantic Cape while supporting its mission and values.

Community Service Award

This award is new for 2025 and recognizes an Atlantic Cape graduate making significant strides to improve their community through their work, volunteerism, and/or philanthropic efforts.