Distinguished Alumni and Early Achievers

Each year, TIP honors alumni who have made significant contributions to their professional fields and to society.

Honorees are recognized at our Grand Recognition Ceremony at Duke University’s Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, North Carolina These honorees represent the level of excellence and ambition TIP strives to promote and serve as role models for our Talent Search and educational program participants. Qualifications for each of the awards are listed below:

Distinguished Alumni Award nominees must:

be at least thirty years old
have been a participant in Duke TIP’s Talent Search and/or program
have made a significant impact in the areas of professional success, community involvement, and/or Duke TIP engagement
must demonstrate a commitment to maintain a lifelong relationship with Duke TIP
serve as an outstanding role model for current and future Duke TIP students

Early Achievement Award nominees must:

be younger than thirty years old
have been a participant in Duke TIP’s Talent Search and/or program
have excelled early in life through significant professional contributions and/or community achievements
show potential for continued success by receiving recognition as an emerging leader through honors, awards, and/or media attention
must demonstrate a commitment to maintain a lifelong relationship with Duke TIP

Learn more about each of our past award winners below.