Cast your vote - nominate an Alumni of the Year
Every year in October, Jönköping University (JU) organises the Alumni of the Year ceremony where former students of the university are awarded. The prize is awarded to alumni who have made outstanding contributions in their professional roles or as individuals. Nominations for 2025 are now open.
From last years ceremony.
The award will be presented to one alumnus from the School of Health and Welfare, School of Education and Communication, Jönköping International Business School, School of Engineering and Jönköping University Enterprise, respectively. The ceremony will take place in the University Library on 2 October.
The title of Alumni of the Year is awarded to alumni who have made outstanding contributions in their professional field or as individuals. This can include, for example, demonstrations of entrepreneurship and innovation, co-operation, community involvement or a significant cultural achievement.
Salem Seifeddine, Executive Vice President of Jönköping University.
“JU wants to recognise its alumni who contribute to the university and its community, success and growth. Alumni are important ambassadors and JU wants to celebrate their successes and inspire current students and strengthen the university's contribution to society,’ says Salem Seifeddine,” Executive Vice President of Jönköping University.
Nominations
Nominations are now open and everyone can nominate their favourite alumnus or alumna. There are certain criteria that are taken into account. Among other things, the alumni should have completed and graduated from a programme in one of JU's schools and should have an interest in being an ambassador for JU and a role model for current and future students.
“Nominating a candidate for JU's Alumni of the Year offers a great opportunity to recognise and celebrate the exceptional efforts and contributions of individuals. Nominations for Alumni of the Year can be made by students, alumni, staff, and by the public and business sectors," says Salem Seifeddine.
Alumni of the Year 2024
At last year's ceremony, five very worthy alumni were honoured. Read about them and the reason for why they were awarded below
School of Health and Welfare - Christian Farman
Nursing program 2007-2010
"Christian's commitment does not stop at his work in the hospital. He has also had a significant impact through his lectures for healthcare professionals, managers and politicians, as well as through his involvement in the Swedish Kidney Association."
School of Education and Communication - Niklas Sigvardsson
Subject teacher diploma 2010 -2016
"Both in his role as a teacher and as a Member of Parliament, he has contributed to strengthening the link to teacher education, including by hosting placement students and participating in panel discussions on the future of teacher education, such as at Almedalen 2023."
Jönköping International Business School – Frida Grundström
Business and Economics, master program 2012 -2016
"Her broad view of sustainability extends far beyond business. Frida is constantly giving back to both the planet and her community in various inspiring ways. Her commitment to sustainable practices and her tireless drive make her an outstanding alumna."
School of Engineering – Annika Cederfeldt
Logistik och Ledning 2014 - 2017
”I sin tidigare roll som som Näringslivspolitisk chef på Handelskammaren och nu som ansvarig för Elmia Subcontractor jobbar hon målmedvetet och med stort engagemang för att stärka kopplingen mellan JU, studenter och det regionala näringslivet.”
Jönköping University Enterprise - Tina Tajik
Pathway Year 2017 - 2018
”Tina Tajik kom till Sverige från Iran 2017, och tillbringade ett år som Pathway-student med att bo och studera på Campus Gränna. Efter Pathway fortsatte Tina sin utbildning på Tekniska Högskolan och tog en kandidatexamen i Supply Chain Management. Förra året flyttade Tina till Stockholm för att tillträda en tjänst som anställd entreprenör på TMC Sweden.”
