Awards are presented on the USS GEORGE HW BUSH to recognize individuals who have demonstrated sustained superior performance and exhibited the most exceptional leadership skills.

The George H.W. Bush Award is presented to an outstanding officer. The Charles G. Zwierzynski Award is presented to an outstanding chief petty officer.

The award is presented annually on or about June 12 which is the birthday of President Bush '41.

USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH Award Winners

Lt. Michael Minervini - 2011-2012 President George H. W. Bush Leadership Award
AECS Reginald Rivers - 2011-2012 Senior Chief Storekeeper Charles G. Zwierzynski Leadership Award

LCDR Christopher Morris - 2010 President George H. W. Bush Leadership Award
Chief Electrician's Mate Earnest C. Cruz - 2010 Senior Chief Storekeeper Charles G. Zwierzynski Leadership Award

LT Jamaal D. Lofton - 2009 President George H. W. Bush Leadership Award
HCCS (SW/AW/FMF) Dennis D. Taylor - 2009 Senior Chief Storekeeper Charles G. Zwierzynski Leadership Award

LT Thomas L. Decker - 2008 President George H. W. Bush Leadership Award
HMCS(SW/AW/FMF) Jose M. Negron - 2008 Senior Chief Storekeeper Charles G. Zwierzynski Leadership Award