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Undergraduate AwardsRecognizing Amazing Undergraduates

The Stanford Alumni Association recognizes extraordinary undergraduates with the J.E. Wallace Sterling Award, the Outstanding Achievement Award, and the Award of Excellence.

Undergraduate Awards

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These awards evaluate both demonstrated and potential service to the university. Such service could include involvement in athletics, clubs, drama and musical productions, fundraising, journalism, public service, religious organizations, residential education, social and political organizations, student government or university committees.

J.E. Wallace Sterling Award

Named for J.E. Wallace Sterling, who served as Stanford’s president from 1949 to 1968 and as chancellor until 1985, the J.E. Wallace Sterling Award recognizes a graduating senior whose undergraduate leadership and volunteer activities have made the largest impact on the Stanford community. Our 2023 winner will be announced soon.

J.E. Wallace Sterling Award 2022 Winner.

Adam Nayak, ’22, MS ’22

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Outstanding Achievement Award

Created in 2011, the Outstanding Achievement Award is granted to J.E. Wallace Sterling Award finalists. These top senior(s) have made a significant impact on the campus community with undergraduate activities that demonstrate the strong potential for continued service to the university and the alumni community.

Outstanding Achievement Award 2022 Winners

  • Sean Casey, ’22, MS ’22

  • Charlotte “Charlie” Hoffs, ’22, MS ’22

  • Corey Lamb

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Award of Excellence

Designed to recognize the top 10% of the class, the Award of Excellence honors graduating seniors who have demonstrated a sincere commitment to the university through involvement, leadership and extraordinary Stanford spirit.

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Nominate a Student

Nominations for students graduating in 2023 have closed on March 30. Please complete a submission for graduating students via the forms below.

J.E. Wallace Sterling Award

Nominate a graduating senior whose undergraduate leadership and volunteer activities have made the largest impact on the Stanford community.

Award of Excellence

Honor a graduating senior who has demonstrated a sincere commitment to the university through involvement, leadership, and extraordinary Stanford spirit. This award is designed to recognize the top 10% of the class with this honor.