The Charles C. Abbott Award is named in honor of the first dean of the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. The award is presented annually to a graduate of the Darden School or The Executive Program whose contributions of time, energy and talent are outstanding. The Alumni Association recognizes the recipient as an individual who:
Nominations for 2026 have closed. The Abbott Award will be presented during Darden Reunion week on Saturday, 25 April 2026.
Please complete a separate form for each person you are nominating.
Please describe why you feel this person is a strong candidate for the Charles C. Abbott Award. Please be as detailed as possible.
If you have any questions, please contact Darden Office of Engagement at +1-434-243-8977 or alumni@darden.virginia.edu.
The Abbott Award will be presented to the recipient during the State of the School Address during Reunion week, 25 April 2026.
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