2026 Salem State University Alumni Association and Foundation George H. Ellison '54 Volunteer of the Year Award

Established in 2004, the George H. Ellison '54 Volunteer of the Year Award is presented to a Salem State University community member who has made outstanding volunteer contributions to Salem State University.

Nomination deadline is March 1, 2026.

This year's award recipient will be honored during Alumni and Friends Weekend 2026.

Eligibility Criteria:
* Each recipient must have attained notable achievement or made a lasting contribution to Salem State University through their voluntary endeavors.
* It is preferred that recipient attend the awards ceremony to accept their award.
* The recipients are eligible to receive a specific award once, but are eligible to receive a different award in the future.

Nomination Requirements:
* The nomination form below must be completed in full.
* A 500 word or more statement must be included with the nomination form.
* The Awards Committee reserves the right to conduct independent research on a nominee.
* The Awards Committee will only consider information when it is part of a submitted nomination.
* The Awards Committee will also not consider nominations that consist solely of a nominee's resume.
* Incomplete nominations will NOT be considered.

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2025 Recipient: Dino Di Palma

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* 1. Contact information for person being nominated:

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* 2. Person making the nomination:

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* 3. Please include a 500 word or more statement as to why you feel this person is the best candidate for the George H. Ellison '54 Volunteer of the Year Award. Include as much information as possible. Give specific examples as to why we should select this individual.