FIU Torch Awards

A recap of the 18th Annual Torch Awards Gala

Recognizing Excellence

The Torch Award is the highest honor bestowed upon alumni and faculty by the FIU Alumni Association. It recognizes FIU supporters who are making positive impacts on their profession, the community and our university.

18th Annual Torch Awards

The FIU Alumni Association hosted its 18th annual Torch Awards Reception on Thursday, November 17, 2022.

View a gallery of the award gala

Support

Beyond paying tribute to FIU’s impressive supporters, the event will support the future construction of our FIU Alumni Center and benefit the First Generation Scholarship Program.

First Generation Scholarship Program
The First Generation Scholarship Program provides financial support to qualified undergraduate students who are the first generation in their families to attain a college degree. All donations are matched 2-for-1 by the state of Florida, tripling donor impact and making dreams come true for many deserving students.
See how your donation supports our First-Gen Students
FIU Alumni Center
Serving as a multi-purpose facility for academic, social and business gatherings, the space will recognize donors, share university history and showcase both student and alumni accomplishments. The FIU Alumni Center will foster and encourage lifelong connections between Panthers.
Learn more about the FIU Alumni Center

Since this is an institution that gives back continuously, it makes complete sense to give back to something that nurtures you and feeds you.
Darlene Boytell-Perez ARNP '89, MSN '96, 15th Annual Alumna of the Year Award Recipient

Awardees

Alumnus of the Year

Presented to a past Torch Award Recipient who has achieved distinction through exceptional contributions to our international, national, state or community welfare. This person illustrates the highest standards of integrity and character that positively reflect and enhance the prestige of Florida International University.

Regynald Washington — **Regynald G. Washington '74**
Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management

Professional Achievement Awards

Presented to an alumnus/a who has made great strides in the early stages of his/her career, who has demonstrated exemplary service and civic involvement in his/her community and has made great strides in entrepreneurial endeavors.

**Charles E. Perry Young Alumni Visionary Award**
Jeanelle Boscan '05, MBA '07
College of Business

**Community Leadership Award**
Ines Hernandez MPA '00
Steven J. Green School of International & Public Affairs

**Community Leadership Award**
Barbara Pestana-Cartaya '02
College of Business

**Entrepreneurial Leadership Award**
Eddy Augsten '03
College of Business

**Entrepreneurial Leadership Award**
John F. Clark, PhD
Steven J. Green School of International & Public Affairs

Distinguished Alumni Awards

Presented to alumni who have brought honor and distinction to the university through their notable record of service and achievement in a particular discipline, organization or cause.