UHI Alumni of the Year Awards
Celebrating the outstanding contributions and achievements of our alumni.
Nominations Now Open: 2026 Alumni of the Year Awards!
Do you know an outstanding UHI graduate? Nominate them today!
Use the short survey below to submit your nomination.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible the nominee must:
- Be a former student of UHI.
- Have demonstrated at least one of the following:
- Notable success in their professional career.
- Significant impact in the community.
- Ongoing commitment and contribution to UHI.
Important information
Deadline: Nominations close at midnight on Sunday, 1 June 2026.
Who can nominate? Anyone - except self-nominations are not permitted.
Winner expectations:
- Must participate in relevant publicity, including photos and attendance at a presentation event.
- Encouraged to engage in at least one activity within their award year, such as a feature story, case study, or video.
Confidentiality: All nominations will be treated in confidence.
Should you have any questions, please email us at alumni@uhi.ac.uk.
Andy Macleod: UHI 2025 Alumni of the Year
Andy Macleod, UHI’s 2025 Alumni of the Year, is recognised for his incredible resilience and inspiring achievements. After a life-changing cycling accident, Andy completed his BA in Adventure Tourism Management at UHI, went on to compete for Great Britain in para-snowboarding at the Beijing 2022 Winter Paralympics, and now dedicates his time to motivating others through community work and advocacy.
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