Cleveland State Community College is accepting nominations for its Eleventh Annual Community First Awards. Each year, these awards honor individuals who have a passion for giving back to the communities they serve.
Nominations are judged based on the nominees’ extraordinary commitment of time, talent and/or treasure to the community. Anyone who lives in the Cleveland State five-county service area of Bradley, McMinn, Meigs, Monroe and Polk counties is eligible to be nominated and receive a Community First Award. Nominations should be submitted at mycs.cc/cfanominations.
Three different categories will be awarded: Alumni of the Year, Don M. Lorton Community Servant of the Year and Educator of the Year.
- Alumni of the Year: Nominees should have attended and/or graduated from Cleveland State Community College and be making a significant contribution to the community.
- Don M. Lorton Community Servant of the Year: Nominees should exemplify a spirit of volunteerism and community involvement, giving time or financial resources to better the quality of life for the citizens of the community.
- Educator of the Year: Nominees should work or volunteer, at any level, in the education field where he/she has or is currently making a meaningful impact on the development and growth of the students served.
“These awards honor the dedication and enthusiasm of individuals who make a meaningful difference in our community,” said Dr. John M. Davis, Cleveland State President. “I am proud that our college honors those who generously share their time, talents and resources to strengthen the communities we serve. If you know someone who embodies the Community First spirit, I encourage you to submit a nomination.”
The Community First Awards will be featured at An Evening with Betsy King on Feb. 11, 2027. A golf legend, King won six major Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) championships and 34 LPGA Tour victories. She was named Golf World’s 1989 Player of the Year, won a 1994 ESPY Award and was inducted into the LPGA Tour Hall of Fame in 1995.
Community First Award nominations are open to the public; the nomination form is available online at mycs.cc/cfanominations until Oct. 30. For additional information, please contact Karen Linn, Advancement Coordinator, at karen.linn@cscctn.edu or (423) 473-2468.