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Recognition and Awards

Each year CALS recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding service to their communities, to their chosen career fields, and to the citizens of the state and the nation. CALS has three awards: The Honorary Recognition Award, the Distinguished Service Award, and The Distinguished Alumni Award.

2013 Honorary Recognition Banquet and Ceremony

  • Thursday, October 17, 2013. 6:00 p.m. Reception, 7:00 p.m. Dinner
  • Varsity Room, Union South, 1308 W. Dayton Street, Madison
  • Please call 608/262-4930 to register or for more information

Free parking is available after 4:30 p.m. in Lot 17 (1525 Engineering Drive) and Lot 20 (1390 University Avenue). Additional parking is available for a fee in the Union South parking garage (enter on Dayton Street).

2013 Honorees TBD

Go here to read profiles of the 2012 honorees.

About the Awards

The Honorary Recognition Award- Established in 1909, this award was championed by Dean Harry L. Russell and Wisconsin Governor William D. Hoard. This award Honors individuals who have demonstrated outstanding and inspirational leadership, integrity and unselfish service, making significant contributions in the areas of agriculture, life sciences, natural resources and social science. Over the past 100 years, the College has saluted over 500 individuals who have given both time and talent to improve the lives of many and enrich society for us all. View past Honorary Recognition Award winners

The Distinguished Service Award- This award was established in 1994 in celebration of the College's excellent faculty and staff. This award recognized University faculty and staff members for exceptionally meritorious service to the College and University, to citizens of Wisconsin, and to the people around the nation and the world. View past Distinguished Service Award winners.

The Distinguished Alumni Award- Introduced in 2009, this award recognized a career of outstanding achievement through extraordinary contributions to one's chosen field or an exemplary record of public service. View past Distinguished Alumni Award winners.

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