Blue and Gold Awards Program

NSAC's alumni have distinguished themselves through outstanding service to the alma matter, their communities, the Province of Nova Scotia and beyond. Many have achieved great distinction and success in their professional endeavours, have made significant contributions to progress in their field of work and/or humanity or their financial support of the university. The Blue and Gold Awards program honours the recipients’ achievements and demonstrates NSAC’s pride in these accomplishments.

Blue & Gold Awards recognize NSAC alumni for their exceptional achievements in the areas of volunteerism and contribution to the agricultural industry. Guests will enjoy an evening featuring awards presentations and entertainment. The gala promises to be one of the highlights of the alumni calendar! There is no cost to attend but space is limited.

The Young Alumni Achievement Award

The Young Alumni Achievement Award recognizes the outstanding achievements of NSAC alumni within ten years of receiving a degree/diploma or within five years of receiving a graduate degree. Alumni are recognized for truly outstanding achievement that may have earned them regional, national or international prominence through service to humanity, in their profession and/or volunteer organizations, through community service, the advancement of knowledge and service to the NSAC.

Mark & Sally Bernard	2011
Patricia Bishop	2010
Oliver Browning	2009
Sarah Turner	2008
Trevor Dillman	2007
Steeve Reeves	2005

Alumni Volunteer of the Year

The Alumni Volunteer of the Year Award honors a volunteer, who has consistently and enthusiastically donated of their time and talents to advancing the objectives of the university and/or the Alumni Association and with whose support has significantly enhanced the success of various programs.

Kara Irving	2011
Jean Lynds	2010
Robert Murray	2009
Phil Stead	2008
Dwane and Debbie Mellish	2007
Sherry Porter	2006
Dale Ells	2005

Distinguished Alumni Award

The Distinguished Alumni Award is NSAC’s most prestigious award, recognizing truly outstanding service and commitment to NSAC, industry and the Alumni Association. Nominees must be eligible for membership in the NSAC Alumni Association and have distinguished themselves in their area of expertise, bringing honor to the university. Nominees will have provided a positive role model for NSAC and agriculture and made a significant contribution to the industry through teaching, research, industry, extension, production or to society in general.

	Arch Cook	2011
	William Swetnam	2010
	Charlie Embree	2009
	Dr. Robert Gordon	2008
	Dr. Harold Cook	2007
	Alton McEwen	2006
	Arnold Rovers	2005
	John Harvie	2003
	Jack Johnson	2002
	Byron Beeler	2001
	Richard James Huggard	1999
	James R. Wright	1998
	Dr. Murray F. McLaughlin	1997
	Dr. J. Clifford McIsaac	1996
	Dr. Roger. B. Buckland	1995
	Harold L. Chute	1994
	Brigadier General - Courtney S. Gilliatt	1993
	Dr. Kenneth Cox	1991
	Dr. Herbert F. MacRae	1990

Please submit the name, address and phone number of your nominee for one of the awards to the Alumni office, Box 550, Truro, N.S. B2N 5E3 no later than May . Nominations can also be submitted via email or via FAX (902-897-9399).

Please attach a brief biographical sketch of the nominee clearly outlining the contributions which qualify him/her as a candidate for the award. You may also use the On-line Nomination Form.