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Young Harris College Alumni Awards 2017

Young Harris College Alumni Awards 2017

Learn more about the 2017 Alumni Awards recipients.

Young Harris College Alumni Awards 2016

Young Harris College Alumni Awards 2016

Learn more about the 2016 Alumni Awards recipients.

YHC Alumni Weekend 2015 Awards

YHC Alumni Weekend 2015 Awards

YHC alumni and friends of the College were recognized for their outstanding achievements, support and generosity at a special ceremony during Alumni Weekend 2015.

Featured Alumni
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Featured Alumni
Trisha Yearwood, ’84
Residence: Nashville, TN
Profession: Grammy Award-winning country music artist and New York Times bestselling author
Fun Fact: Yearwood was in Dorcas Society and served as president of Sigma Beta Sigma sorority. She delivered the Commencement address in 2014 and received an honorary doctor of music degree.
Why YHC?: “I loved the campus community, the feeling and bond you have. I don’t think you get that at every school. YHC is that for me. When you meet someone who went there—you just get it. My best friends today are girlfriends I met at YHC.”

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Alumni Awards

Each year, the Young Harris College Alumni Association honors outstanding alumni and friends of Young Harris College during Alumni Weekend. Nominate deserving alumni and friends by clicking here!

Click here to view previous alumni award recipients.

Young Alumni Achievement Award

The Young Alumni Achievement Award is presented annually at Alumni Weekend to an alumnus or alumna of Young Harris College who has graduated within the last 15 years and has excelled in his or her career.

Nancy Louise Haynes Stephens Sanderson Robertson Outstanding Friend Award

The Nancy Louise Haynes Stephens Sanderson Robertson Outstanding Friend Award is presented annually at Alumni Weekend to a friend of Young Harris College (non-alumni) who has dedicated his or her time, resources and energy to ensure a successful future for our alma mater.

YHC Family of the Year Award

The YHC Family of the Year Award is presented annually at Alumni Weekend to a family who has a long-standing relationship, family history, financial support, and time of service for the College.

Distinguished Alumni Award for Lifetime Career Achievement

The Distinguished Alumni Award for Lifetime Career Achievement is presented annually at Alumni Weekend to an alumna or alumnus of Young Harris College who has worked diligently to create a successful career following a successful foundation laid by Young Harris College.

Spirit of Young Harris Award

This award is presented to an alumnus or alumna of Young Harris College who is a shining example of faithful service to Young Harris College and dedication to his or her community and family.

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Alumni Weekend
Alumni Association
Echoes Magazine

Young Harris College Alumni Awards 2017

Young Harris College Alumni Awards 2017

Learn more about the 2017 Alumni Awards recipients.

Young Harris College Alumni Awards 2016

Young Harris College Alumni Awards 2016

Learn more about the 2016 Alumni Awards recipients.

YHC Alumni Weekend 2015 Awards

YHC Alumni Weekend 2015 Awards

YHC alumni and friends of the College were recognized for their outstanding achievements, support and generosity at a special ceremony during Alumni Weekend 2015.

Featured Alumni
yearwood
yearwood
Featured Alumni
Trisha Yearwood, ’84
Residence: Nashville, TN
Profession: Grammy Award-winning country music artist and New York Times bestselling author
Fun Fact: Yearwood was in Dorcas Society and served as president of Sigma Beta Sigma sorority. She delivered the Commencement address in 2014 and received an honorary doctor of music degree.
Why YHC?: “I loved the campus community, the feeling and bond you have. I don’t think you get that at every school. YHC is that for me. When you meet someone who went there—you just get it. My best friends today are girlfriends I met at YHC.”