In 1997, the Alumni Affairs Office created an award to recognize volunteers and UWSP staff who work consistently for the alumni association. The recognition is a way to thank volunteers in a meaningful and public way.
Since its inception in 1997, the following have received this Alumni Service Award:
| Award Year | Recipient |
| 2009 | Anne Gilfry Schierl, M.D. |
| 2008 | Jim "Oz" Oliva |
| 2007 | Kathy Clarke-Girolamo |
| 2006 | Brant Bergeron |
| 2005 | Mark Heimlich |
| 2004 | Robert Spoerl |
| 2003 | Theresa Wessels |
| 2002 | Mary Ann Cwiklo Nigbor |
| 2001 | Doris Ockerlander See |
| 2000 | Holly Nimz Bembenek |
| 1999 | Helen Godfrey |
| 1997 | Judi Stout Carlson
Chet Polka |