Owens Community College’s Alumni Association is recognizing the contributions that police, fire and
emergency medical professionals make to Northwest Ohio’s surrounding communities by hosting the eighth
annual Outstanding Service Awards. The recipients will be honored as part of a community celebration
April 29.
The association is accepting nominations for the Outstanding Service Awards. Area residents are invited
to nominate individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service above and beyond the call of duty.
Nominations need to be returned to the College’s Office of Alumni Relations and Special Events by
Friday. The award is not limited to a single recipient, and the association encourages the nomination of
more than one person when teamwork was the key element in their success.
The five awards, which will be presented at the community celebration, are within the categories of
Outstanding Police Officer, Firefighter, Emergency Medical Technician, Service to Community and
Community Spirit. Selection criteria will be based upon a nomination process with candidates
demonstrating exceptional service related to dedication, ingenuity, bravery, special skills and/or to
the community over a sustained period of time.
The awards will begin at 8 a.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center on Oregon Road. Admission is free
and the public is encouraged to attend, however, reservations are required.