Alpha Gamma Delta women are doing amazing things in the places where they live and work. All alumnae are encouraged to submit a sister for recognition who shares our Purpose with others every day.
DISTINGUISHED CITIZENSThe Distinguished Citizen Award is presented to alumnae in good standing who have brought national or global recognition to Alpha Gamma Delta through outstanding contributions and achievements in various fields and professions. Achievements of nominees should be unique and clearly rise above and beyond all levels of expectation impacting their field beyond their local community. Fields to be considered are: Arts, Business, Education, Government, Public Service, Religion, Science and Social Service. Nominations can be made by an alumnae chapter/club, a collegiate chapter or by an individual member of the Fraternity. Recipients are selected by International Council and the award is presented at International Convention.
Nominations for the 2028 Distinguished Citizen Awards will open in September, 2026. Please check back after September 1 for a link to the nomination form.
Congratulations to our 2026 Distinguished Citizens who were recognized at the 53rd International Convention, held in Phoenix in June 2026!
Christi Sumner Edwards, Gamma Delta – Auburn University, Business
Barbara Peters Hirz, Beta Sigma – Creighton University Government/Public Service
Karen McCullugh, Gamma Mu – James Madison University, Arts/Entertainment
Click here to view all past Distinguished Citizens.
HONORS OF EPSILON PIThe Honors of Epsilon Pi awards recognize members who have served the Fraternity, a collegiate chapter or an alumnae group and are awarded by the Fraternity every two years at International Convention.
Nominations for the 2028 Honors of Epsilon Pi Awards will open in September, 2027.The list of 2026 Honors of Epsilon Pi recipients will be published after October 1, 2026. To review a master list of all past Honors of Epsilon Pi recipients organized by Honor and initiating chapter, select the link below. Note the section in the Table of Contents explaining how to use the document and quick tips for member searches.
TALENT OF LEADERSHIPAlumnae nominated for the Talent of Leadership Award have made significant contributions to their professions or have made a positive impact in their local communities. Examples of contributions that could be considered for the Talent of Leadership Award include:
- Recognition by a professional organization
- Recognition as an expert in her chosen profession
- Publications such as books, articles, newspaper columns
- Long-term leadership or service to a charitable organization
- Outstanding volunteer in a local community
- Board membership in charitable organizations
- Holder of a political office, or a political appointee
- Organizer of a community action group
- Local business leader
- Any local accomplishment in the fields of the arts, business, education, government, public service, religion, science or social service
Sisters are recognized locally at International Reunion Day celebrations and receive a commendation from the International Fraternity and a awards plaque.
Nominations can be made by an alumnae chapter/club, a collegiate chapter or an individual member of the Fraternity. Nominations for the 2027 awards will open in September 2026.
For a complete list of past Talent of Leadership Award recipients, click here .