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Call for Nominations: Hendrix Alumni Association Awards

July 30, 2025 – The Hendrix College Alumni Association’s Board of Governors invites nominations for the 2026 Alumni Association Awards:   

  • The Distinguished Alumni Award  
  • The Outstanding Young Alumni Award 
  • The James E. Major Service Award  
  • The Hendrix College Humanitarian Award  
  • Hendrix College Women’s Leadership Community Award 

Nominations are open to Hendrix College alumni, faculty, staff, and friends who wish to honor alumni making extraordinary contributions to their fields, communities, and the College. Nominations are due by August 31, 2025. Late submissions will be considered in the following year’s cycle and remain on file for five years.  

To submit a nomination, please include a brief biography of the nominee along with your contact information and send it to the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement at Hendrix College, 1600 Washington Avenue, Conway, AR 72032, or via email to the Alumni Office.  

To learn about the 2025 award recipients, click here.  

The 2026 Alumni Awards Ceremony will be held on April 18, 2026, at 10 am, at the Alumni Weekend Convocation in Worsham.  

Award Nomination Criteria  

Distinguished Alumni Award  
Presented to living alumni who have achieved distinction in their professions, made substantial contributions to humanity, and provided exceptional service to Hendrix College.  
Previous recipients  

Outstanding Young Alumni Award  
Honors Hendrix graduates within 15 years of graduation (Classes 2010-2025) who demonstrate outstanding accomplishments in their careers or community service, along with ongoing loyalty, advocacy, and support for Hendrix College.   
Previous recipients  

James E. Major Service Award  
Established in 1981 to honor Dr. James E. Major, Class of 1940, this award recognizes meritorious service to Hendrix College.  
Previous recipients  

Hendrix College Humanitarian Award  
Given to alumni who have made a significant impact on global quality of life through their dedication to service and humanity.  
Previous recipients    

Hendrix College Women’s Leadership Community Award 
This award recognizes the contributions of an alumna who inspires and empowers others, breaks barriers, and drives success within her community.     

For further information, contact the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement at alumni@hendrix.edu or visit the Alumni Awards webpage

About Hendrix College 

Founded in 1876, Hendrix College is featured in Colleges That Change Lives: 40 Schools That Will Change the Way You Think About Colleges and celebrated among the country’s leading liberal arts colleges for academic quality, engaged learning opportunities and career preparation, vibrant campus life, and value. The Hendrix College Warriors compete in 21 NCAA Division III sports. Hendrix has been affiliated with the United Methodist Church since 1884. Learn more at www.hendrix.edu

“… Through engagement that links the classroom with the world, and a commitment to diversity, inclusion, justice, and sustainable living, the Hendrix community inspires students to lead lives of accomplishment, integrity, service, and joy.” –Hendrix College Statement of Purpose