The University of Guam is seeking nominations for honorary degree recipients.

You can submit nominations here

Honorary Degree Candidate Selection Criteria

Awards may be made to:

1. Prominent alumni
2. Successful business leaders
3. Distinguished professional persons
4. Statesmen and civic leaders
5. Prominent educators
6. Distinguished persons in the arts, sciences, and humanities
7. Commencement speakers who may belong to one of the above categories

Awards should NOT be made to:

1. Present members of the Board of Regents
2. Members of the faculty or administration
3. Persons who are unable to accept the award personally
4. Large donors whose only contribution to UOG and other causes are financial

In considering a person for recommendation (nomination), you may wish to reflect on these questions:

1. Does the candidate show a high order of achievement, including significant or lasting contribution to a profession, discipline, or community?
2. Does the person possess outstanding intellectual or creative gifts?
3. Is this a person of high reputation, character, and dedication?
4. Has this person made a difference in the betterment of our island, region, or nation?

For more information, contact Jim Hollyer at hollyerj@triton.uog.edu.