1997 Distinction in Theological Education: Jim Nelson, 1957 B.D.
1997 Distinction in Community Service: Ruth Shinn, 1955 B.D.
1997 Distinction in Ordained Ministry: Ralph Barlow, 1959 B.D., 1964 S.T.M.
1997 Distinction in Lay Ministry: Gregor Goethals, 1952 B.D.
1997 Distinguished Service by a Recent Graduate: Jewelnel Davis, 1983 M.Div.