As a part of Homecoming 2014: Off the Charts, Illinois Wesleyan University will recognize the Alumni Award winners Oct. 18 at a luncheon at the Shirk Center.

Kyle Pfortmiller ’92 will receive the Distinguished Alumni Award!

The Distinguished Alumni Award is annually presented to an alumnus/a who has made a distinguished contribution to society, achieved professional distinction, or demonstrated civic leadership. A performer in operatic and non-operatic roles, Pfortmiller has garnered acclaim across the United States and Europe.

Pfortmiller has appeared with numerous opera companies, including the Metropolitan Opera, New York City Opera, Michigan Opera Theatre and Opera Saratoga. Pfortmiller’s notable performances include: Papageno (The Magic Flute), Morales (Carmen), Billy Bigelow (Carousel), Henry Higgins (My Fair Lady) and the title role in Don Giovanni. 

All honorees will be featured as “Back to College Classes” speakers during Homecoming weekend. Pfortmiller will discuss “Journey to the Met: More than practice, practice, practice!” at 3 p.m. All classes will be held in Beckman Auditorium at The Ames Library.

Congratulations, Kyle!