The Dr. Wallace E. Boston Leadership Award recognizes an outstanding member of the American Military University (AMU) community whose leadership has made a meaningful and lasting impact on the University and those it serves.
Named in honor of Dr. Wallace E. Boston, whose visionary leadership helped shape AMU, this award celebrates individuals who lead with integrity, inspire others through their actions, and create positive change through service, collaboration, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Open to students, alumni, faculty, staff, Board of Trustees members, stakeholders and allies of American Military University (AMU), this award honors leadership that strengthens the University while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
The Dr. Wallace E. Boston Leadership Award may be presented annually. However, if no application sufficiently meets the established criteria, the award may not be presented.
Applicants must
- Be a current student, alum, faculty member, staff member, Board of Trustees member, stakeholder, or ally of AMU.
- Have made a significant impact on their community, industry, or the world.
- Have inspired and motivated others to pursue noble and notable goals.
- Serves as a change agent for the greater good.
- Demonstrate a meaningful impact on the AMU community.
- Lead in a manner that reflects the University’s core values of integrity, diversity and accountability.
- Be in good academic and conduct standing with the University.
Eligible individuals may apply directly, or an application may be submitted on their behalf by a faculty member, staff member, student, alum, supervisor or another individual familiar with their accomplishments.
Whether applying directly or having an application submitted on their behalf, a complete application must include:
- Completed application form.
- Current résumé or curriculum vitae (CV).
- One letter of recommendation.
- A leadership narrative (maximum 1,000 words) describing the applicant's leadership philosophy, key accomplishments, and the impact of their contributions.
- Supporting documentation that demonstrates the applicant's leadership and impact. Examples may include project outcomes, organizational initiatives, awards, publications, presentations, community service, or other relevant materials.
All application materials must be submitted in PDF format unless otherwise specified. Incomplete or late submissions will not be considered.
Applications are reviewed by the University Awards Committee using established evaluation criteria.
The committee evaluates applicants based on:
- Demonstrated leadership and initiative.
- Positive and lasting impact on the University or broader community.
- Integrity, professionalism, and ethical leadership.
- Ability to inspire, mentor, or empower others.
- Innovation, collaboration, and problem solving
- Alignment with the mission and values of AMU.
The University Awards Committee selects the top applicants and forwards them to the University President for final review and approval.
- Applications Open: September 1, 2026
- Application Deadline: February 1, 2027
- Committee Review: February–March 2027
- Recipient Notified by: April 1, 2027
- Recognition: Commencement Weekend 2027
Recipients receive:
- Recognition during Commencement weekend.
- A crystal trophy.
- Travel and hotel accommodations in accordance with University award guidelines.
- Recognition in University communications.
Attendance at Commencement is encouraged but not required.
Questions regarding eligibility or the application process may be directed to the University Awards Committee at universityawards@apus.edu.