Alumni Awards Dinner
The University of Illinois Alumni Awards are presented annually during Commencement Weekend and honor alumni for distinguished service, humanitarianism and professional achievement. These awards are presented by the University of Illinois Alumni Association.
2012 Recipients
Alumni
Achievement Award ![]()
Shahid Khan ’71 ENG is honored for his world-class entrepreneurial acumen
and the visionary philanthropy which has created professorships, buildings and
numerous research pathways on the University of Illinois campus.
Bradley
Oltmanns ’79 BUS is honored for his contributions to PricewaterhouseCoopers,
the world’s leading professional services network for assurance, tax and
advisory needs.
Alumni Humanitarian Award ![]()
A. Mark Neuman ’85
LAS is honored for his outstanding contributions to the promotion of international
trade and investment in Africa, where his work has proved instrumental in lifting
many people out of poverty.
Distinguished Service Award ![]()
Paul Koch ’66 ENG, MS ’68 ENG, is honored for his exemplary commitment
to the students, faculty and alumni of the University of Illinois. Koch has generously
shared his time and expertise with his Alma Mater throughout his career.
For a full list and description of all the awards presented each year, visit the Alumni Awards page.









