On Saturday, April 14th, 2018, African Youth League hosted its 3rd Annual African Distinction Gala: A Night in Wakanda! This event honored exceptional students, faculty, and alumni that have stood out through community service, scholastic achievement, or other accomplishments.
Highlights of the night included award presentations to both alumni, faculty, and students. Specific award winners are listed below. The new executive board was also announced.
Videography by Victorious Films
Award Winners
| Wangari Maathai Academic Distinction Award | Dennis Omari |
| Maria de Lurdes Mutila Athletic Distinction Award | Stephanie Muvango |
| Hubert Ogunde Artistic Distinction Award | Iman Clark |
| Hawa Abdi Humanitarian Distinction Award | Anisa Liban |
| Community Organization Award | Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services |
| African Student Association Distinction Award | Somali Student Association |
| Seleshi Asfaw Commuity Leader Distinction Award | Chineze Okpalaoka |
| Faculty/ Staff Distinction Award | Mr. Larry Williamson |
