The first Immigrant Day took place in 1998; fourteen individuals from the state of Connecticut were honored
for their contributions to their profession and community.
Now we have the pleasure of honoring 20 individuals each year. For Names of the honroees of the last many
Immigrant Days, please see the list below. Immigrant
Day continues to honor and recognize the inspiring contributions of the immigrant and refugee communities
in Connecticut. The criteria used to establish nominations
for the award are as follows:

- Born outside the USA
- Naturalized Citizen
- Connecticut Resident
- Contributed to profession and/or community

Immigrant Day also honors students who have made contributions to their school communities. The criteria used for student nominations are as follows:

- Born outside the USA
- Does NOT have to be a Naturalized Citizen
- Connecticut Resident
- Academic standing
- Involved in Community Service and/or extracurricular activities

PAST NOMINEES AND HONOREES

1998

1999

2000

2001

2002

2003

2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

FOR NOMINATIONS: Form 2009