Nominations Sought for 2010 Sullivan Awards

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 3, 2010) − The nomination period has opened for the 2010 Algernon Sydney Sullivan Awards, presented annually at the University of Kentucky commencement to recognize individuals for outstanding community service.

The awards, presented to a graduating male student, a graduating female student and a non-student, recognize individuals whose commitment to community service shows characteristics of heart, mind, and conduct as evince a spirit of love for and helpfulness to other men and women.

The award medallions will be presented at UK's 143rd annual commencement on Saturday, May 8, at Rupp Arena.

The deadline for submitting nominations is 4:30 p.m. Thursday, March 18. Nomination materials are available online at www.uky.edu/SullivanAward/.