Grand View University Civic Engagement Leaders Receive Regional Recognition

April 12, 2025

Seed Coalition has announced the winners of the 2025 President’s and Engaged Campus Awards. This year, 84 awardees were selected from 28 colleges and universities across Iowa and Minnesota.

Grand View University received three awards: 

• Presidents' Community Partner Award - Food Bank of Iowa
• Engaged Campus Award for Alumni Leadership - Alex Piedras '02
• Engaged Campus Award for Community Collaboration - Grand View Career Center

“In a time when community connections are more important than ever, these awardees are evidence of higher education's commitment to nurturing collaborative, responsive, and compassionate leadership.” said Seed Coalition Executive Director Rob Barron. "They prove that true learning isn't only about understanding problems—it's about taking decisive steps to address them."

Seed Coalition Presidents’ Awards recognize outstanding contributions in civic and community engagement by students, faculty, staff, collaborative teams, and community organizations. The Engaged Campus Awards recognize great projects, partnerships, and programs related to civic and community engagement. Awards will be presented at Macalester College on Friday, April 19th.

More information and a complete list of awardees can be found here. Congratulations to all!