Arkansas Tech University

Nomination Form

Criteria

Nomination Procedure

Selection Committee

Hall of Distinction

The Hall of Distinction at Arkansas Tech University was established in March, 1964, as a means of honoring outstanding graduates of the University. This was a result of a suggestion offered in 1963 by Kenneth Crouch, who was then a student. The first members were inducted as a part of the Homecoming Ceremonies in 1965.

Purpose

According to Dr. Kenneth Walker’s “History of Arkansas Tech University, 1909-1990”, the original purpose was twofold. First, this presented a means to recognize outstanding accomplishment on the part of Alumni of the University, and to honor those non alumni who were close to the University for rendering outstanding service to the institution. Second, this was a means to cultivate better relationships for the purpose of enhancing fund raising and service to the institution.

As the years went by, it was additionally recognized that by calling attention to the work and contributions of truly distinguished persons associated with Tech, the reputation and status of the University could be considerably elevated.

The purpose, therefore, of the Arkansas Tech University Hall of Distinction is to

recognize genuine accomplishment by persons closely associated with the University;
cultivate individuals for the purpose of enhanced service and fund raising; and
enhance the reputation of the University.

Award Categories

All inductees shall be considered to be members of the Hall of Distinction. Persons may be recognized in one of five categories:

Distinguished Alumnus or Distinguished Alumna

Distinguished Service Award for non-Alumni

Distinguished Young Alumnus/Alumna

Distinguished Alumni Service

Distinction in Intercollegiate Athletics

ANNUAL UNIVERSITY CELEBRATION OF HALL OF DISTINCTION

Each year, those persons elected to the Hall of Distinction by the Board of Trustees shall be inducted as a part of the Spring Commencement Ceremony. They shall also be recognized at a special luncheon to be hosted by the University Board of Trustees and the President of the University. Details of this ceremony shall be the responsibility of the Office of the President.

During each Fall Semester, as a part of the Annual Homecoming Celebration, a Reunion of all living Hall of Distinction Members shall be conducted. Surviving spouses of deceased Hall of Distinction Members may be invited, at the option of the University. This event will be under the direction of the Office of Alumni Services, and will be planned as an appropriate celebration of those persons who have been honored by the University.