Vice-Chancellor’s Alumni Awards
The Vice-Chancellor’s Alumni Awards celebrate and recognise the many diverse achievements of Surrey’s growing and vibrant alumni community – locally, nationally and across the world.
Awards are presented to graduates of the University of Surrey and our predecessor institution, Battersea College of Technology, who have made an outstanding contribution in their profession, through exemplary service to the University or the wider society, through service of a personal or humanitarian nature or through contributions to the arts, charities, business or academia.
How to nominate
Do you know an extraordinary Surrey alumnus or alumna whose achievements deserve recognition? Now is your chance to champion their story.
We invite fellow alumni, staff, students, and friends of the University to put forward individuals who have made remarkable contributions - whether through professional excellence, public service, community volunteering, or inspiring leadership.
Here’s how to nominate someone:
Think of someone who stands out
This could be a former student whose work has had real impact, or someone who’s gone above and beyond to contribute to society or the University.
Gather a few supporting examples
Share concrete evidence of their achievements, such as awards, projects, community work, leadership roles, or testimonials.
Fill in the nomination form
Provide your information, the nominee’s details, and your reasons for nominating them - the more specific and personal, the better.
Submit before the deadline
Nominations that arrive early give our selection panel more time to review carefully.
Your nomination could help shine a spotlight on an alumna or alumnus whose work deserves wider recognition - and inspire others across our community to aim high.
Nominations are open now. Be part of shaping the legacy of Surrey alumni.