College Awards & Honors

Since its inception in 1972, the Distinguished Alumnus/na Award celebrates Le Moyne graduates who excel in their profession, contribute to society through community projects, and uphold the Jesuit traditions of the College. Presented during Reunion or Golden Reunion Weekend, it recognizes outstanding achievement and commitment.

Initiated by the Alumni Association’s Awards Committee, these awards commend the accomplishments of Le Moyne College alumni and friends embodying the spirit of St. Ignatius and the core principles of Jesuit education. We present these awards in a ceremony on Reunion Weekend. See below for a full list and description of the different types of Ignatian Awards.

The prestigious Simon Le Moyne Medal recognizes outstanding leadership benefiting society. The medal embodies the ideals of Rev. Simon Le Moyne, the first European to visit the Syracuse area, symbolizing peace, faith, vision, and courage. Since 1966, Le Moyne College has honored local and national leaders with this esteemed award. The Simon Le Moyne Medal is presented at the Founders' Day gala annually.

Since 1987, the Frank Fernandez Business Leader of the Year Award recognizes Le Moyne graduates for excellence in business, while embodying Jesuit values of ethics and community service. Recipients actively engage with their alma mater, serving on committees, attending alumni events, and mentoring students. The award is presented at the annual Frank Fernandez Alumni Business Dinner.

Since 2018, the Emerging Leader of the Year Award has acknowledged Le Moyne College alumni who demonstrate noteworthy achievements in their profession and for the College, showcasing potential for ongoing leadership and service grounded in Jesuit ideals. It's presented at the annual Frank Fernandez Alumni Business Dinner.

Established in 2022, the Daniel McNeil III ’77 Risk Management and Insurance Industry Leader of the Year Award is named in honor of a Le Moyne graduate whose transformational gift to the College made possible the establishment of an academy dedicated to nurturing the next generation of leaders in risk management and insurance. This award is presented during the annual Frank Fernandez Alumni Business dinner.

This award recognizes excellence in athletic skill, leadership, sportsmanship, fellowship and scholarship.

The Gold Wave Athletic Hall of Fame celebrates male and female graduates of Le Moyne College who have excelled in their respective fields after achieving notable success in intercollegiate athletics during their time at the college.