To mark John Abbott College’s 50th anniversary in 2020, a Hall of Distinction has been created. Since 2016, 50 graduates, former staff members and friends of the College have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to campus life or the community at large.
We will continue to recognize the contribution of our graduates, former staff and friends of the College.
Who is eligible?
Alumni must meet the following requirements:
- have attended John Abbott College for at least one academic year;
- have maintained good academic standing in accordance with the College’s academic standing policy;
- have not attended the College for at least five years;
- have excelled in a field in a unique or sustained way, or have made a significant contribution to John Abbott College.
Former staff members must meet the following conditions:
- have not worked at John Abbott College for at least five years;
- have worked for John Abbott College for at least ten years;
- have had a significant impact on John Abbott College, John Abbott College students and the success of the student body over an extended period of time.
Friends of John Abbott College (e.g., volunteer, parent, donor) can meet the following conditions:
- have volunteered for the College;
- assumed leadership roles for College projects;
- have provided significant support to the College that has had an impact on John Abbott College students and the success of the student body.
Considerations One or more may apply.
Alumni :
- have had a significant and tangible impact on the John Abbott College community or society;
- be of good character and embody the citizenship expected of those who represent the interests of John Abbott College;
- have acquired a very good reputation, have made professional achievements or have had significant or unique service or career contributions.
Former staff members :
- have exceeded the expectations of their position;
- have connected with or responded to unique requests from communities or groups in a way that has brought lasting benefit (or positive change) to those communities and to John Abbott College;
- contributed to the culture of John Abbott College and had a positive impact on the student experience;
- maintained high standards of professionalism.
Friends of John Abbott College:
- have had a significant and tangible impact on the campus community;
- be of good character and embody the citizenship expected of those who represent the interests of John Abbott College;
- have made a major contribution in direct support of the objectives of the College and its student body.
