The deadline to nominate someone for honorary degrees, university medals and distinguished service awards is Sept. 15. Each year, the University of Colorado Board of Regents, along with faculty members from each campus, award individuals with these awards.

Honorary degrees are the highest award the University of Colorado can bestow. It is the policy of the Board of Regents to award honorary degrees in recognition of outstanding achievement in one or more of the following areas: intellectual contributions, university service, public service and/or philanthropy.

University medals are awarded in recognition of those persons whose achievements and contributions are particularly associated with the university.

Distinguished service awards are awarded in recognition of achievements and contributions particularly associated with the state and/or nation.