Nominations being accepted for Distinguished Alumnus Award

The Heartland Community College Alumni Association is seeking nominations for the 2023 Distinguished Alumnus award. The award recognizes notable Heartland alumni who demonstrate exceptional achievement in their profession and make a positive impact on their community. 

“The purpose of the award is to recognize an alumnus who is making a difference in the community,” said Foundation Executive Director Chris Downing. “We encourage co-workers, family members, friends and professors to consider taking a few minutes to nominate a former Heartland student who deserves to be honored.” 

Last year’s award winner was Melissa Marx, Senior Director of Operations for Outpatient Imaging Affiliates. A 2006 graduate of Heartland, Marx has been active in the fight against breast cancer and a passionate advocate for screening exams for women. She has served on the boards for Professional Women of McLean County, McLean County Chamber of Commerce, Heartland Community College Foundation, and Heartland Community College Radiography. 

Criteria for Nominations

To be considered for the Distinguished Alumni award, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Have completed at least 30 semester hours at Heartland Community College
• Achieved success of an exceptional nature within their chosen field or profession
• Made a positive impact on his/her/their community, through leadership and/or active volunteering
• Agree to be present at the annual Celebration of Excellent event on Thursday, November 8, 2023.

Nomination forms are available at https://www.heartland.edu/alumni/alumniawards/index.html.

Nominations are due Friday, September 15, 2023, and can be emailed to Gena.Glover@heartland.edu or mailed to:

Gena Glover
Associate Director of College Engagement
Heartland Community College
1500 West Raab Road
Normal, IL 61761