The annual AYA Board of Governors Excellence Awards recognize the superior accomplishments of Yale’s classes, regional clubs, shared identity and interest groups, and graduate and professional school alumni associations. The successes reflected in these prizes raise standards and contribute to the growing impact of alumni activities throughout the entire Yale family worldwide. 1stGenYale’s award for the 2017–2018 year, was presented at the AYA Volunteer Leadership Awards Reception on the evening of Friday, November 9.