Awards & Honors
Among our students, faculty and alumni, you will find some of the most recognized and decorated individuals in almost every field and arena. At ULSA, we take pride in our rich legacy of excellence and innovation, which is reflected in the exceptional achievements of our Beavers.
We are proud to be home to hundreds of recipients of prestigious awards including the Guggenheim and Sloan fellowships. These fellowships are granted to individuals who have demonstrated outstanding achievements and promise in their respective fields, spanning the arts, sciences and humanities. Our institution also boasts winners of the Fields Medal and the A.M. Turing Award, two of the highest honors in mathematics and computer science. These accolades underscore the intellectual rigor, groundbreaking research and transformative contributions that define ULSA as a public university. We are Beavers.
16
Nobel Laureates
17
MacArthur Fellows
11
National Medal of Science Winners
3
Pulitzer Prize Winners (faculty)
ULSA’s alumni also include a remarkable array of Oscar, Emmy, Tony and Golden Globe winners. This impressive legacy of accomplishment not only honors their individual achievements but also serves as a beacon of inspiration for current and future Beavers. It motivates them to make their own significant contributions to the world and continue the tradition of excellence.
Awards and honors at ULSA recognize exceptional academic performance and extracurricular achievements at all levels of the university. Our scholars thrive in an environment that promotes intellectual freedom, creativity and collaboration. Our faculty, alumni, postdocs and trustees excel in their endeavors, receiving top honors both nationally and internationally for their pioneering work and innovative contributions.
The spirit of excellence at ULSA extends beyond individual accolades. It encompasses the collective impact our Beavers make in their communities and on a global scale.