Celebration of Success is the Kirkwood Foundation’s signature event with prestigious recipients, significant attendance, and a multicourse dinner prepared by the college’s Culinary Arts department.

Presented in partnership with the Alumni Leadership Council, the awards banquet recognizes the college's most valuable business partners, accomplished alums, and leaders in higher education.

Recognize an Outstanding Alum!

Do you know an alumna or alumnus worthy of recognition? To be considered for the 2023 Kirkwood Distinguished Alumni & Friends Award, the following criteria must be met:

• Participated in significant college credit course work at Kirkwood Community College.
• Demonstrated success within their chosen career or field of expertise.
• Made a positive and lasting impact on their community through leadership, and/or volunteering while exemplifying the mission and values of Kirkwood Community College.
• Must be able to attend Kirkwood Alumni & Friends Celebration of Success awards ceremony on March 30, 2023.
• Nomination must be submitted by January 15, 2023.

We're also seeking nominations for the President's and Trustee's Awards, recognizing a business and a faculty or staff member who represents extraordinary support and leadership in higher education.

Previous recipients are not eligible.

Submit a Nomination

Save the Date:

Thursday, March 30, 2023
The Hotel at Kirkwood Center  |  7725 Kirkwood Blvd. SW

6 – 6:45 p.m.  Reception and hors d'oeuvres

6:45 p.m.  Dinner and Program

Kirkwood Alumni & Friends

6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW

Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

319-398-7186