Distinguished Graduate Award Program
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ABOUT
The Distinguished Graduate Award was established in 1998 to honor graduates who have demonstrated a lifetime commitment to service, personal character and distinguished contributions to our nation.
On 12 May 2017, the Alumni Association Board of Trustees formalized the program by approving the Distinguished Graduate Award Program Guidelines resolution.
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The Distinguished Graduate Award (DGA) is given annually to a graduate of the United States Naval Academy nominated by a member of the Association and selected by the DGA Selection Panel, chaired by Admiral Harry Harris ’78, USN (Ret.). The recipient will receive a medal and is expected to attend the DGA Ceremony.
2023 DGA RECIPIENTS Honored
Program ~ Full Ceremony Video ~ Recap Video ~ Photos
Read the press release with abbreviated bios here.
See the full list of DGA recipients by class year and by ceremony year.
Guidelines and Description
Nomination Package Guidelines (PDF)
Full Description of the Award/Criteria (PDF)