The Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes individuals who have placed a high priority on education and service to others, becoming role models for this and future generations. Dr. Jon Swenson, a Stillwater Area High School principal, initiated this award in 1987.

The selected honorees will be inducted into the Stillwater Area High School Hall of Fame and have a permanent plaque hung in the rotunda at Stillwater Area High School. The plaques afford current Stillwater students an opportunity to read about the successful life paths former SHS and SAHS students have taken after graduation.

In addition, honorees are recognized at a reception hosted by The Partnership Plan on the Friday night before graduation.

Finally, recipients will be honored at the Stillwater Area High School Commencement Ceremony.

A committee comprised of the Stillwater Area High School Principal, ISD 834 personnel, a Partnership Plan representative, community members, and Stillwater Alumni will review nominations and select winners annually.

We accept nominations for Distinguished Alumni at any time. Nominations are typically reviewed and selected in early spring. To nominate a deserving individual, click the button above.

See a list of all Distinguished Alumni

Nominations are accepted year-round. The committee reviews submissions and selects honorees each spring. Nominations are typically retained for consideration for a few years.