Association of the United States Army names Norwich 2025 Top National Partner

Norwich University has been named the recipient of the Association of the United States Army's (AUSA) 2025 Top National Partner Award. This award recognizes community involvement and highlights the Norwich family's commitment to its institution.

The AUSA selects a series of partners to highlight each year. Participating organizations live the mission, support the Total Army, and represent the best in institutional or business partnerships. The Norwich University feature received the most engagement of all participating institutions, earning the award and highlighting the community's continued support of the University.

"This award is a testament to the power of our alumni network," said Brian Doyle, vice president for Development and Alumni relations. "Thank you to all of you who proudly tell our story and exemplify what Norwich graduates do for our nation."

Tara S. Kulkarni, Ph.D., associate provost for research and chief research officer attended the AUSA's annual meeting and received the award in person. "It was an honor to accept the Top National Partner Feature award at the 75th AUSA Annual Meeting on behalf of Norwich University and LtGen John J. Broadmeadow '83, president of Norwich University. While this recognition highlights our recent collaborations with the AUSA, it also reflects Norwich's long and proud history with the organization," she said. "That legacy includes GEN Gordon R. Sullivan '59, who served as president and CEO of the AUSA, as well as the many Norwich alumni and community members who remain active and engaged in AUSA initiatives. We are deeply grateful to everyone who supported and voted for us as a finalist, and we share this honor with our entire Norwich community."

The commitment to community has been a crucial tenet of the school since its inception. GEN Sullivan's commitment to Norwich, service both in the Army and in support of it through the AUSA, and the nation's citizenry highlight the lived values that are built on The Hill. Additionally, SMA Michael R. Weimer '15 was a guest of the AUSA when he spoke during the Annual Meeting and Exposition. The pair of distinguished alumni provide a glimpse of the many success stories who have set foot on The Hill.

Norwich's role as a National Partner with the AUSA offers a commitment to supporting service members, veterans, and their families through flexible online programs to help them pursue their goals. The University offers a host of benefits and an opportunity to further personal development at the birthplace of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps.

"We are deeply honored to receive the Top National Partner Feature Award from the Association of  the United States Army," said LtGen Broadmeadow, USMC (Ret.), 25th president of Norwich University. "This recognition reflects the strength of the bond between Norwich, our alumni, and the AUSA through a relationship built on shared service, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to the nation. We accept this honor with gratitude and pride, inspired to continue that mission alongside the AUSA and all who serve."