The following awards are celebrated annually at the CFM Alumni and Friends dinner, usually held each March.
STUDENT OF THE YEAR AWARD
The Student of the Year is presented annually to a student who exemplifies the mission and values of both BYU and CFM. This student leads by example, contributes to the overall CFM community in positive and uplifting ways both inside and outside the classroom, is a disciple of Jesus Christ who openly shares their personal testimony, and is near the end of their undergraduate career. The Student of the Year exemplifies the tradition of service and leadership that is the legacy of this program.
Recipients of the Student of the Year Award:
2025 Hunter Roberts
2024 David Higham
2023 Sarah Gould
2022 Spencer Warren
2021 N/A
2020 N/A
2019 Luis Beltran
2018 Shane Bingham
2017 Sarah Jaspers
JAY S. NEWITT AWARD
Jay S. Newitt taught in the BYU Construction Management Program for over 30 years. During that time, he made a difference in the lives of thousands of students and industry members. He taught by example, and his passion for building our industry and for building people was unmistakable. The Jay S. Newitt Award is presented to a friend of the CFM program who has significantly and positively impacted the construction industry and the broader world within their sphere of influence. They support the mission and aims of BYU, setting an example of excellence in the industry. Like Jay Newitt, award recipients have demonstrated a high level of passion, excellence, and service in this tradition for a prolonged period of time.
Recipients of the Jay S. Newitt Award:
2025 Joey Gilbert
2024 Bill Hirschi
2023 Jay Christofferson
2022 John Alley
2021 N/A
2020 N/A
2019 Craig Zwick
2018 Randy Okland
2017 Dan Pratt
2016 King Husein
2015 Paul Magleby
2014 Brent Pratt
2013 Wilford Clyde
2012 Doug Welling
2011 Jay S. Newitt
KEVIN R. MILLER INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY AWARD
Kevin R. Miller was a devoted husband, the father of four, a dedicated professor and a temple worker at the Payson Temple. Kevin loved technology and was passionate about bringing new and exciting technology to the industry and to our students. It was said of him, “He was always on the cutting edge. Giving students not necessarily what companies were doing right now but giving them a forward look into what was going to be coming to the construction industry.” In memory of our own Kevin Miller who passed away in 2016, The Kevin R. Miller Innovation and Technology Award is presented to a company or team who demonstrate industry leading innovation through new or improved technology. This award celebrates those who pioneer novel applications of material and technology into industry practice, setting an example for others to follow.
Recipients of the Kevin R. Miller Innovation and Technology Award:
2025 DR Horton & Bamcore (Sustainable, Energy Efficient Wood Framing)
2024 Haskell Construction (Modular Temples)
2023 111 South Main Project Team