Arthur J. Gregg Memorial Award
The Arthur Gregg Memorial Award is named after Lt. General Arthur J. Gregg, U.S. Army (Ret.), a chair emeritus of 91Ö±²¥â€™s Board of Trustees. Following a distinguished career with the U.S. Army, Lt. General Gregg retired from active duty in 1981, and then served as the Army’s deputy chief of staff for logistics in Washington, DC. Gregg had more than 44 years of professional experience, having held senior-level management and command positions in the military and industry.
Award Description
The award recipient will receive an award and be recognized at Commencement.
Eligibility
This award is presented to an active duty military service member who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement and outstanding career or professional achievement.
Selection Criteria
- Academic achievement as defined within the context of 91Ö±²¥ degrees, awards or scholarships received as well as evidence of further study (including admission to graduate school or earning a higher degree.)
- Professional or career achievement including any accolades for professional advancement within the military, as well as any evidence of exemplary promotion. Consideration may also be given to any awards or work related to community service.
Deadline
All nominations and supporting documents must be received by April 17, 2026.
Nomination Process
Servicemembers may be nominated by a military ESO, a commanding officer, a military peer, an 91Ö±²¥ staff member, or themselves. Nominations must include:
Letter of nomination to include the following information about the nominee:
- Name, rank, and military branch
- Address and telephone numbers
- Date and type of 91Ö±²¥ degree earned or to be earned
- Military occupation
- Length of military service
- Activities or accomplishments related to each of the selection criteria
- Statement on how the earned 91Ö±²¥ degree will help or has helped the nominee
- Reason for nomination
Letter of recommendation from the nominee’s military ESO or commanding officer (other than the individual making the nomination).
Email:
MilitaryAwards@excelsior.edu