Hall of Fame Nomination Form
Hall of Fame Selection Criteria
PURPOSE
The purpose of the Athletic Hall of Fame is to recognize the achievements of those student-athletes, coaches, administrators, teams and friends of the athletic program who have brought distinction to themselves and the University through their achievement, commitment, sportsmanship, and leadership in athletics.
NOMINATION REQUIREMENTS
· Anyone who nominates an individual or team must provide documentation (records, statistics, occupation information, etc.) and submit that with a completed nomination form
· Nominator’s responsibility to provide all requested information by the deadline
· Late or incomplete nominations will not be considered
· Head shot photo recommended with completed nomination
· For full requirements, see Selection Criteria
LENGTH OF ELIGIBILITY
· Candidates will be considered for three years if not selected when first nominated
· After that time period, the candidate must be re-nominated for consideration
· Nominations will be kept on file and remain active for three years following the date of submission
· All nominations filled out in full will be considered
ELECTION TIMELINE
· Deadline for nominations: February 1st
· Selection of class: March/April
· Induction: October during Family Weekend/Homecoming
NUMBER OF INDUCTEES
· Student-Athletes: Minimum of 2 maximum of 5 per year
· Team: No more than one team per year
· Coach: Not more than one coach per year
· Special Recognition: Not more than three per year
SELECTION
· Selections will be based upon the documentation provided to the committee and any other supporting information the committee may have
· Nominee must receive two-thirds (2/3) of the vote to be elected
· A quorum (one more than half of committee members) must be present for Hall of Fame business to be conducted.
· All members must vote when voting occurs for induction
· Deceased alumni, coach, administrator or athlete may be elected to the Hall of Fame with that individual’s family member or representative eligible to accept the award
HALL OF FAME COMMITTEE
Committee members:
· Director of Athletics
· Alumni Relations Liaison
· Athletic Communications Director
· Athletic department Senior Staff Members
· Alumni Relations Ambassador
· Member of the Athletic Hall of Fame
· One (1) Male Alum
· One (1) Female Alumna
Permanent committee members:
· Director of Athletics
· Alumni relations liaison
· Athletic Communications Director
All other committee members will serve a term of three years. Elections will take place by permanent committee members nominating deserving individuals. Appointments will take place as needed. Chairperson will rotate among the three permanent members. The primary duty of the committee shall be the annual election of individuals to the Hall of Fame. Additional responsibilities may be assigned. Committee members are expected to attend committee meetings and Athletic hall of fame induction events.
The committee shall meet in person no more than two times per year with additional work carried out via phone/email.
