Since 2007, Barry University has paid tribute to outstanding graduates via the Distinguished Alumni Awards, the highest and most prestigious honor Barry bestows upon its graduates.

On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, we will celebrate the achievements of the following outstanding Barry University alumni who, as civic and business leaders in their communities, exemplify our core commitments of Knowledge and Truth, Inclusive Community, Social Justice, and Collaborative Service.

Barry University 2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards

Since 2007, Barry University has paid tribute to outstanding graduates via the Distinguished Alumni Awards, the highest and most prestigious honor Barry bestows upon its graduates.

On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, we will celebrate the achievements of the following outstanding Barry University alumni who, as civic and business leaders in their communities, exemplify our core commitments of Knowledge and Truth, Inclusive Community, Social Justice, and Collaborative Service.

Knowledge & Truth Award

Jose L. Dotres, EdD, MS ’88

Superintendent of Schools, Miami-Dade County Public Schools

Collaborative Service Award

Fedrick C. Ingram, MS ’17

Secretary-Treasurer, American Federation of Teachers

Inclusive Community Award

Adriene McCoy ’92, MA ’97

SVP and Chief People Officer, Baptist Health South Florida

Social Justice Award

Nadege Green, BA ’09

Writer, Editor & Community Archivist

Rising Star Award

Yoseph Assefa, BS ’16

CEO, Leafy Bikes

Faculty & Staff Alumni Award

Tony Umadhay, PhD ’10, CRNA, APRN

Dean and Professor of Anesthesiology, Barry University School of Nursing

The 2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards is presented by Baptist Health South Florida.