MNAO Awards

In conjunction with the College, the MNAO annually recognizes a number of MCN alumni or friends through its Alumni Awards program. Three awards are presented: the Distinguished Alumni Award, the Outstanding Young Alumni Award, and a Service Award. All alumni are encouraged to nominate deserving individuals for these awards.

To nominate someone please print and complete a Nomination Form.

Award Descriptions and Criteria

Distinguished Alumni

The Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to a graduate of the Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University (or formerly the Mennonite School/College of Nursing) who

Has demonstrated significant accomplishment and leadership in the field of nursing, as well as other civic, cultural, or charitable activities
Has demonstrated a dedication to nursing and shows outstanding professionalism, and by her/his example has promoted and elevated the general image of the profession of nursing
Has demonstrated continued interest in and support for the College
Personifies the values of the College in her/his life

This is the highest award the College bestows upon its graduates.

Early Career Achievement Alumni Award

The Early Career Achievement Alumni Award is presented to a graduate of the Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University (or formerly the Mennonite School/College of Nursing) who:

Has completed BSN degree within 10 years of award date
Has demonstrated significant accomplishment and leadership in the field of nursing, or in other civic, cultural, or charitable activities
Has demonstrated continued interest in and support of the college
Personifies the values of the College in her/his life

Service Award

The Service Award recognizes exceptional service to the Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University; to the Mennonite Nurses Alumni Organization; or to humanity, inasmuch as such service reflects the values of the College. The recipient may or may not be a graduate of Mennonite College of Nursing....