Alumni Awards

Each year, Drake Law School announces outstanding alumni award recipients. The winners are recognized at the annual Supreme Court Celebration Banquet and Awards Ceremony in the spring.

Alumni of the Year

The Alumni of the Year award recognizes Drake Law alumni who have demonstrated outstanding service to the legal profession, the community, and the Law School.

2019
Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., JO'91, LW’92

See a full list of past Alumni of the Year recipients.

Recent Alumni of the Year

The Recent Alumni of the Year award recognizes Drake Law alumni who have graduated in the past 15 years, have seen a high level of professional success early in their careers, and have made an impact on the community through public service.

2019
Emiliano Lerda, LW’08

See a full list of past Recent Alumni of the Year recipients.

Distinguished Public Service Award

New this year, the Distinguished Public Service Award recognizes Drake Law alumni who have engaged in exemplary service to the community and demonstrated commitment to public service over the course of their careers.

2019
Jerry Foxhoven, LW’77

See a full list of past Distinguished Public Service Award recipients.