2023-24 Distinguished Alumni Award Winners

The Results Are In!
The Wilmington University Alumni Association announces its 2023-24 Distinguished Alumni Award winners.
The Distinguished Alumni Award is the highest honor conferred by the Wilmington University Alumni Association. The award is given to distinguished alumni who lead compassionately and positively impact their fields.
The annual Wilmington University Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes alumni who have made significant contributions to the community through business, charitable efforts, or service affiliations. It reflects the excellence of the University and those who have created a legacy others may strive to achieve.
We thank all our alumni for representing Wilmington University as proud ambassadors worldwide.
Award Winners
 Richard Carter Richard Carter- Founder, President & CEO of Humanity’s Kitchen, Inc. Class of 2011- Bachelor of Science in Psychology Class of 2013- Master of Science in Human Services, Administration of Human Services 
 Dr. Michelle Collins Dr. Michelle Collins- Vice President, Nursing Excellence and Magnet Designation, ChristianaCare Class of 2018- Doctor of Nursing Practice 
 Rob DeMasi Rob DeMasi- Vice President of Enrollment Management, Saint Mark’s High School Class of 2017- Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science Class of 2019- Master of Science in Management 
 Ruth King Ruth King- Owner, Workforce Solutions Class of 1987- Bachelor of Science in Applied Professions Class of 1992- Master of Science in Education 
 Dr. Keith Pettiford Dr. Keith Pettiford- Director, Consumer Credit and Risk Management, Harley-Davidson Financial Services Class of 2004- Master of Science in Business Class of 2011- Doctor of Business Administration 
Congratulations to all. We thank the family members, friends, and colleagues who submitted nominations.
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