Distinguished Awards Celebration
Order of the Knoll Awards

Iowa State University’s highest awards are presented at the Distinguished Awards Celebration in the spring of each year. Iowa State University Foundation awards include:

• Order of the Knoll Campanile Award
  Awarded to an individual or couple who has/have demonstrated exceptional loyalty and commitment to Iowa State University and the ISU Foundation through leadership gifts, significant service and membership in the Order of the Knoll W.M. Beardshear Society.
• Order of the Knoll Cardinal & Gold Award
  Awarded to an individual or couple who have demonstrated dedicated and long-term service and creative leadership to Iowa State University and the ISU Foundation. Individuals are selected for their significant involvement in community, state, national and/or international organizations and causes that clearly indicate the willingness to serve others and make a difference.
• Order of the Knoll Corporate & Foundation Award
  Awarded to a corporation or foundation that has demonstrated generosity to Iowa State University and the ISU Foundation for leadership gifts, corporate representation on college advisory committees and assist students and faculty through internships and research programs.
• Order of the Knoll Faculty/Staff Award
  Awarded to an individual or couple employed by or retired from Iowa State University who has/have brought distinction to the university, its students, programs or research significantly beyond the expectations of the position(s) held.
• Order of the Knoll Young Alumni Award
  Awarded to an Iowa State University alumnus/a (42 years old or younger) who is making a continuing impact on the ISU community, is a member of the Order of the Knoll and is providing outstanding service, leadership and involvement in his/her community.
• Iowa State University Foundation Governor's Staff Awards



• Iowa State University True and Valiant Award