UNL News Releases 10/24/03



Hixson-Lied College of Fine & Performing Arts Seeks Awards Nominees

Lincoln, Neb., Oct. 24, 2003 -- The alumni board of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts seeks nominations for its annual alumni awards to be given to outstanding alumni, students, and supporters of the college.

Award categories include:

Alumni Achievement Award: This award is made to an alumnus who has demonstrated outstanding achievement and overall professional excellence. Three awards will be presented, one each in art and art history, music (including dance) and theatre arts (including film). The Alumni Achievement Award recipients will be invited to interact with current students in classes on April 23.

Student Leadership Awards: Students or recent graduates of the college who have demonstrated leadership in academics or in student life are eligible to be nominated.

Award of Merit: Presented to an individual, not necessarily an alumnus of the college, who has demonstrated continued interest in the college and has shared his or her time, energy, and guidance.

All awards will be presented at the College Honors Day program on April 24 in the Johnny Carson Theater.

The deadline for submitting nominations is Dec. 15. A nomination form is available on the college's Web site or by calling Kathe Andersen at (402) 472-9355.

CONTACT: Kathe Andersen, Hixson-Lied College of Fine & Performing Arts, (402) 472-9355


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Posted by Tom Simons, Office of University Communications
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