Congratulations 2011 UI Alumni Award recipients!
The UI Alumni Awards are presented annually during Commencement Weekend and honor alumni for distinguished service, humanitarianism and professional achievement. These awards are presented by the University of Illinois Alumni Association.
University of Illinois Alumni Achievement Award
Established in 1957 for outstanding success and national or international distinction in one’s business, profession or life’s work
University of Illinois Distinguished Service Award
Established in 1972 for extraordinary commitment, dedication and service to the advancement of the University of Illinois
![]() |
Lester McKeever Jr. ’55 BUS (Accountancy) – Managing Principal, Washington, Pittman & McKeever, LLC |
University of Illinois Alumni Humanitarian Award
Established in 2001 for significant contributions of leadership or service to improve the lives of others and the welfare of humanity
![]() |
Ann E. Cody ’86 FAA (Painting), MS ’92 AHS (Leisure Studies) – Director of Partnerships, BlazeSports America A national and international leader in advocacy initiatives on sport and human rights |