TUARA presents three awards to recognize outstanding contributions to TUARA and the community at the annual meeting each April.
Judy Bonner Award
This award is presented annually to a TUARA member who exemplifies the leadership and service characteristics set forth during Dr. Judy Bonner’s tenure at The University of Alabama.
View the award nomination form.
2024 winner: Pamela Pruitt
This year’s award was presented to Pamela Pruitt. Pam has served on the TUARA executive board for six years, first as community service chair, then as Vice President for Membership. She is also involved with numerous community service organizations. Pam’s commitment to education and community development is inspiring.
Previous winners:
| 2023 | Cathy Andreen |
| 2022 | Debbie Lane |
| 2020-21 | Dr. Roger Sayers |
| 2019 | Dr. Marvin McKinley |
| 2018 | Mildred Switzer |
| 2017 | Ms. Martha Rogers |
Community Service Award
This award recognizes outstanding service to the West Alabama community. The award may be presented to a retired individual who has a record of outstanding community service in West Alabama or an organization that provides outstanding community service that benefits retirees in West Alabama.
View the award nomination form.
2024 winner: Pamela Parker
This year’s award was presented to Pamela Parker. Pam is deeply involved in several community organizations such as the Reading Allies program, the Boys and Girls Club, the United way VAT team, and many others. Pam uses her time, knowledge, and attention to make Tuscaloosa a better place for all our citizens.
Previous winners:
| 2023 | Osher Lifelong Learning Institute |
| 2022 | UA College of Community Health |
| 2020-21 | Dr. Charles Nash |
Partnership Award
This award is presented to a person or organization that has offered notable service to TUARA.
2024 winner: UA President’s Office
This year’s award is presented to members of The University of Alabama’s President’s Office: Jackson Boyd, Casey Youngbluth, Allison Payne, Elizabeth Hartley, and in loving memory of Beverly Baker. This talented and dedicated group is responsible for planning our annual luncheon, and they do a superb job. They make UA retirees feel welcome and valued and at home.
Previous winners:
| 2023 | UA Parking Services |
| 2022 | Travis Railsback (UA Human Resources) |
| 2020-21 | Ms. Lisa Sandy (UA Web design) |
| 2019 | Ms. Tia Hathorne (Capstone Village) |