Oct. 23

Legends & Leaders Distinguished Alumni Awards Banquet

Time
5:30pm - 9:00pm
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SDSU Alumni & Foundation announces the 2026 Legends & Leaders Distinguished Alumni Awards, honoring six distinguished alumni.

Celebrate the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients at the Legends & Leaders Distinguished Alumni Awards Banquet on Friday, October 23.

A class of Distinguished Alumni is recognized every year, honoring standout individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary service and accomplishments in their various fields of work. 

This year's honorees are Keith Bartels ’67 & ’74, Kevin Haarberg ’79, Doug Hofer ’71, Joan Hogan ’94/M.S. ’99, Mike Huether ’84, and Debra Muller ’83.


Friday, October 23

SDSU Alumni Center 

815 Medary Avenue, Brookings, SD 57006

5:30 p.m. – Social Hour

Griffith Alumni Atrium

6:30 p.m. – Dinner followed by program

Woster Celebration Hall

Registration is required to attend.

Adults: $50

Children (under the age of 11): $25


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Coughlin Campanile aerial photo with the rest of campus in the background

Meet the 2026 Honorees

Meet the six distinguished Jackrabbits selected for the 2026 Class of Distinguished Alumni.

Read more about the 2026 honorees