Ceremony Awards

Award recipients

Each year, UW Bothell recognizes students for extraordinary achievement at UW Bothell. These awards are presented at Commencement.

President’s Medalist

The President’s Medal was established in 2003 to recognize the graduating senior who not only has the most distinguished academic record at the University of Washington Bothell but one who has also demonstrated academic achievements and success.

The President’s Medal will be announced in May.

Chancellor’s Medalist

This award recognizes those who have been a consistent source of inspiration for faculty and fellow students alike, and who have overcome significant obstacles or endured major burdens in order to complete an undergraduate, graduate or post-baccalaureate degree or certificate program.

The Chancellor’s Medal will be announced in May.

Nomination process:

Nomination letters may be submitted by faculty, staff, students or those affiliated with the University of Washington Bothell and should:

• Be no more than two pages in length.
• Address the “fit” between the nominee and spirit of the award. Barriers overcome can include academic, physical, personal, financial, social constraints.
• Only nominate students who meet the eligibility requirements for participating in Commencement exercises. Students who earned a graduate or post-baccalaureate degree, an undergraduate degree or certificate in Autumn 2024 or have applied to graduate with a departmental advisor for Winter 2025, Spring 2025 or Summer 2025 are eligible.

For more information, visit the Office of the Chancellor website.