Alumni Association Awards

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Each year, the Bucknell University Alumni Association celebrates the extraordinary achievements and unwavering loyalty of its distinguished alumni. These prestigious awards shine a spotlight on the remarkable contributions of alumni, with preference given to those celebrating a Reunion year. Alumni Association Award winners embody the Bucknellian spirit, marked by their leadership, strength of character, intellectual exploration, creativity and imagination.

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Alumni Association Awards

Congratulations to our 2024 Alumni Award Recipients!

Loyalty to Bucknell Award

Portrait of Michael Sinkus

Michael Sinkus '74, M'76, P'90
Throughout his 45-year career at the fundraising firm Marts & Lundy, Sinkus used his knowledge of higher education to advocate for financial aid, the liberal arts and critical thinking. He routinely encourages others to give back to the University.

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Outstanding Achievement in a Chosen Profession

Portrait of Bob Gamgort ’84

Robert J. Gamgort '84, P'16
Throughout his 38-year career, Gamgort has led a wide range of iconic brands and blue-chip companies. He serves as chairman and CEO of Keurig Dr Pepper, one of North America's largest beverage companies.

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Service to Humanity Award

Portrait of Richard Pollard

Richard Pollard '74
Pollard spent his career leading water supply and sanitation research and policy advisory efforts across the globe through the Water and Sanitation Program at the World Bank.

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Young Alumni Award

Portrait of Eric Diamond

Eric Diamond '09
As president of Greencastle Consulting, Diamond leads the firm's veteran-driven approach to project management, process improvement and business intelligence initiatives.

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