Nominate An Outstanding Badger for 2009

Thank you for your interest in nominating someone for a 2009 Forward under 40 award. Please review the award requirements and criteria before submitting your nomination. Self-nominations are accepted.

Requirements of award winners:

• UW degreed alum (bachelor’s or professional)
• Cannot turn 40 (or older) prior to Jan. 1, 2009
• Willing to have photo taken and published for publication
• Must opt-in to nomination process if asked and provide required information

The winner must exemplify the Wisconsin Idea. The selection committee will judge this based on the following criteria:

• Achievements in their professional and/or volunteer life
• Originality and success of achievements for someone of their age
• Impact they’ve made in their area of focus (in their business, field or community)
• Current ties to the UW
• Demonstrated Badger spirit in terms of energy, initiative, creativity and drive in their accomplishments

Honorees will be selected and notified in November 2008 and will be featured in a special publication mailed to alumni in March 2009.

Click here to nominate an outstanding young Badger for the 2009 Forward under 40 award.

Please e-mail us if you have questions about the award or nomination process.