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Since 1968, the University of St. Thomas has recognized former students for their active leadership and service to UST by annually awarding the Vincent J. Guinan Distinguished Alumni Award. Fr. Guinan was a Basilian priest and the founding president of St. Thomas.

Annually, the prestigious Guinan Award recognizes one alumnus or alumna for their engagement with UST and the way they embody the University’s core values of goodness, discipline, knowledge, and community.

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Nomination Deadline: February 20, 2026.

Please note that the recipient should be available to receive the award at Commencement on May 10, 2026.