Distinguished Alumni Awards for Excellence

The purpose of the awards program, which is traditionally part of the activities of the International Reunion events, is to recognize and celebrate eminent alumni of Obafemi Awolowo University (formerly University of Ife) for their notable achievements and immense contributions based on the following key criteria:
• Commitment and Support to the growth and development of Great Ife University campus system.
• Participation and support in the activities and programs of Great Ife Alumni organization.
• Breakthrough performance and excellence in chosen profession.
• Exceptional demonstration of leadership and integrity in the service to humanity.

The awards are in four categories outlined as follows:
[a] The Arts 
                                Law
                                Literary and Dramatic Arts
                                Social Work
                                Religion
                                Communications (including Journalism)
                                Culture

[b] The Sciences               
                                Medicine
                                Pharmacy
                                Engineering/Technology
                                Pure Sciences
                                Environmental Sciences

[c] Entrepreneurship

[d] Management/Public Administration
                                Economics
                                Accounting
                                General Management
                                Public Administration
                                Politics
                                International Relations