Each year, the Iowa State University Foundation recognizes the outstanding contributions of its alumni and friends with the presentation of its highest awards on behalf of the university.
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True and Valiant Award
Presented to an individual, couple or family, this award recognizes exceptional service, generosity and outstanding leadership that has helped transform Iowa State University. Recipients bring “big picture” perspectives and are commanding leaders.
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Campanile Award
This award recognizes the extraordinary, long-time support of an individual or couple who have had a significant and inspiring impact on Iowa State. Their loyal and substantial philanthropic support is transformative on campus.
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Cardinal and Gold Award
This award recognizes individuals or couples who have make a substantial impact in promoting and expanding philanthropy that supports Iowa State through their personal giving and service to the foundation.
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Corporation and Foundation Award
This award is presented to a corporation or foundation that has demonstrated generosity to Iowa State through significant leadership giving, dedicated service, and assistance to students and faculty through recruitment and research.
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Faculty and Staff Award
This award recognizes an individual or couple – either currently or formerly – employed by Iowa State who provided service and creative leadership to the foundation and university through the advancement of philanthropy.
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Emerging Philanthropist Award
This award is presented to an individual or couple who, at age 50 or younger, have provided philanthropic support and creative leadership to the foundation and university. Recipients support the university personally and through service.
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The Iowa State University Foundation also recognizes its outstanding employees with annual Iowa State University Foundation Governors Staff Awards