Each year, the Olentangy Alumni Association and Olentangy Education Foundation celebrate outstanding alumni and impactful community members at our Legends of Olentangy awards. Honorees for 2026 will be recognized in three categories during a short ceremony before the Olentangy Liberty High School homecoming football game in September:

Distinguished Alumni Award 

• This award recognizes the professional achievement, leadership or outstanding personal accomplishment of an alum. 
• Criteria: Nominees must have graduated more than 15 years prior.  

Young Alumni Achievement Award 

• This award recognizes young alums for outstanding post-secondary academic achievement, professional achievement, or leadership. 
• Criteria: Nominees must have graduated no more than 15 years prior. 

Community Service Award 

• This award recognizes any alum or individual that has made a significant impact through volunteer service or philanthropic works. 
• Criteria: Nominees do not need to be an alum of Olentangy Schools, but must be at least 18 years of age. 

Nominate your deserving friend, colleague, or classmate today! Nominations will be accepted through the Legends of Olentangy nomination form between now and July 1.