In 1950, Carnegie Tech/Carnegie Mellon presented its first Alumni Awards. Since then, more than 500 individuals have been recognized for their achievements in the arts, humanities, science, technology, and business, and for their service to the university. These alumni have distinguished themselves not only in their student and professional lives, but in their dedication and commitment to Carnegie Mellon. The Carnegie Mellon Alumni Association currently presents awards in seven categories. At right, you will find links to short descriptions of each category as well as a full list of award winners.

Award Nominations Now Being Accepted - DEADLINE: November 30, 2007
Thank you for your interest in the Carnegie Mellon Alumni Awards. We are currently accepting nominations for the 2007 awards in all categories. Please read the new award descriptions when making your nomination and download, complete and return the nomination form.

Award Criteria & Past Winners

  - Alumni Achievement Awards

  - Distinguished Achievement Awards
  - Alumni Service Awards

  - Distinguished Service Awards
  - Faculty Service Awards
  - Recent Alumni Awards
  - Student Service Awards

Nomination Form (.pdf)

Cordially invites you to attend the

2007 Alumni Awards Ceremony

6-8 p.m.

Friday, October 26

Rangos Ballroom

University Center

Ray H. Baughman Jr., S'64

Director of the NanoTech Institute at the University of Texas at Dallas, Baughman is a pioneer and world leader in nanoscale technology, using science to improve people’s lives.

Alexander K. Bacas, HS'89

Through student mentoring and guidance, and building strong partnerships, Bacas helped to lay the foundation for the successful revival of Kappa Sigma fraternity on campus.

W. David Mills, TPR'82

Mills is well known throughout the university for over a decade of service, most notably as a volunteer and leader of the Pittsburgh Alumni Chapter and the Alumni Association Board.

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Donna M. Auguste, CS'83

An innovative scientist and philanthropic leader, Auguste created the Leave a Little Room Foundation, which is committed to creating sustainable solutions that help improve quality of life.

Prodipto Ghosh, HNZ'89, '90

India’s Secretary of the Ministry of Environment and Forests, Ghosh is best known for his leadership at the critical intersection of economic and environmental policy.

David A. Kofke, E'83

Kofke is chair of the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the State University of New York at Buffalo, and is renowned as a pioneer in the field of molecular simulation.

Richard M. Lackner, HS'79

Lackner, known for building strong relationships with his players, is head football coach at Carnegie Mellon, and led the Tartans through 22 consecutive successful seasons.

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Terry L. Babcock-Lumish, HS'97

A Truman Scholar and avid volunteer for the state of Arizona, Babcock-Lumish is founder and president of Islay Consulting, which provides policy, economic and political services.

Mia K. Markey, S'98

Markey, assistant professor of the Biomedical Engineering Department at the University of Texas at Austin, is a passionate educator and world leader among young biomedical computing scientists.

Stephanie C. Palmer, A'97

Former Director of Creative Affairs for MGM Studios, Palmer is founder of the consulting firm Good in a Room, and adjunct professor in the Producing Program at U.C.L.A.

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Lawrence G. Cartwright, E'76, '87

Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

Cartwright is legendary at Carnegie Mellon for his teaching, commitment to connecting alumni and students, and continued volunteer service and dedication to the university.

Student Service

Noor AlAthirah, TPR'08*

A leader in the campus community, AlAthirah is the founder of the Qatar campus’ student newspaper, and the student “voice” and representative for Carnegie Mellon in Qatar.

Piyush Gupta, S'08

A community advisor and academic counselor, Gupta has had a significant leadership role in the residential house community and in MCS, sharing his talents in science to benefit others.

Brittany A. McCandless, HS'08

McCandless is a campus leader and team member, contributing significantly to the first-year orientation program and overall student experience, and the success of The Tartan.

Jinanne Tabra, TPR'08*

A leader in Student Government and role model for students, Tabra created activities, events and traditions for Carnegie Mellon Qatar that have enriched campus life.

Bradford L. Yankiver, HS'07

As publisher, Yankiver led The Tartan to national honors, and dedicated countless hours as a community advisor to develop a robust and engaged student experience.

*Qatar Campus Student