The Wayne State University School of Medicine is seeking nominations for the Ambassador, Trailblazer and Distinguished Community Service awards, which will be presented during the Sept. 22 Gala to mark the school's sesquicentennial.

All School of Medicine alumni, faculty and students are invited to nominate candidates.

A description of the awards are below:

Ambassador Award
The Ambassador Award honors individuals or corporations who, through acts and deeds, epitomize the spirit of Wayne State University and the School of Medicine. Those honored represent world-class vision; leadership; and progress shown through outstanding service, commitment to our teaching and research missions, and dedication to the city and the community.

Trailblazer Award
The Trailblazer Award celebrates the rich tradition of Wayne State University School of Medicine innovators. The award recognizes alumni and faculty who, through their perseverance and dedication, have forged paths through previously unexplored territory to become pioneers in their field of medicine and medical research.

Distinguished Community Service Award
The Distinguished Community Service Award is given to an individual, community organization or corporation who has made major contributions to humanitarian causes or through a demonstrated dedication to directly impacting and improving the community served by Wayne State University and the School of Medicine.

Click here for more information and to nominate a candidate. The submission deadline April 30.