Distinguished Alumni Award

Since 1966, the College of Law has annually chosen individuals to receive the Distinguished Alumni Award in recognition of their professional achievements and leadership in their communities.

Jamelle Sharpe and Lisa Holder White pose for a photo following the presentation of her award

Congratulations to the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award Winner: Justice Lisa Holder White ’93, Illinois Supreme Court

Nominate A Distinguished Alum

If you have a former classmate, co-worker, or friend who you think deserves recognition for their outstanding leadership and professional accomplishments, please submit a nomination so that they might be considered for this distinction.

Nominations can be submitted by filling out the Nomination Form and emailing all required materials to the Office of Advancement or printing the form and mailing it to:

University of Illinois College of Law
Office of Advancement
504 E. Pennsylvania Avenue
Champaign, IL 61820