Dr. Wallace E. Boston Leadership Award

 Established in 2016, this award is presented annually by the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees during commencement weekend and recognizes a member of the APUS community (student, alumnus, faculty, administrator, or university partner) in recognition of outstanding leadership, for their significant impact on their community, industry, or the world around us.

  • A student, alumnus, faculty, staff member, board member, stakeholder, or ally of the university
  • Leader has made a significant impact on their community, industry, or the world
  • Leader has inspired and motivated others to pursue noble and notable pursuits
  • Serves as a change agent for the greater good
  • Reason for nomination/impact on the University community
  • Leads in a manner that reflects the university's core values of integrity, diversity, and accountability

Nominations may be made by faculty, staff, students, alumni, and those familiar with the nominee’s work.

  • The University Awards Committee reviews submissions
  • Top candidates are submitted to the Office of the Provost for final review and approval
  • The award may, but will not necessarily, be awarded annually
  • Award recipients will be honored during Commencement weekend, and should we have an in-person celebration, one-night accommodations and individual travel expenses to attend Commencement will be paid for by the University
  • Award recipients receive a crystal trophy
  • Award recipients are not required to attend Commencement to accept the award
  • 2016: Mr. Wallace E. Boston, Ed.D
  • 2019: Mr. James Barney
  • 2020: Mr. William Porter II
  • 2021: Dr. Kristin Drexler
  • 2022: Dr. Awilda Hernandez
  • 2023: Ms. Tracey Lanham
The deadline for 2024 has passed. Nominations for the 2025 awards cycle will open in the Fall. For questions, contact [email protected].