Lectureship and Awards

In 1984 Hendrix College Inaugurated the annual Steel-Hendrix Lectureship to celebrate one hundred years of official relationship with the United Methodist Church.  It was named in honor of Marshall T. Steel, a prominent Minister and former president of the college.

At the time the lectureship was established, the college began recognizing people who have made significant contributions in the areas of religious education and social awareness.  These awards were named the Mary and Ira Brumley Award for Religious Education and the Ethel K. Millar Award for Religion and Social Awareness, in honor of three alumni who distinguished themselves in these fields.