In 2021, NSU’s Department of New Media, Journalism and Communication Arts created an award to recognize alumni with successful careers in and/or made significant contributions to the fields of journalism, photojournalism, communications, news editorial, public relations, political strategy, media production, web content production and new media as it emerges, as well as individuals who have made significant contributions to NSU’s Department of New Media, Journalism and Communication Arts (formerly Department of Journalism).

The award was presented biennially in 2021 and 2023, and it is expected to be presented again in 2025.