PURPOSE
The purpose of the DePauw University Athletics Hall of Fame is to give lasting recognition to those individuals and teams who have made exceptional contributions to the achievements and prestige of DePauw University in the field of athletics and who have continued to demonstrate in their lives the values imparted by intercollegiate athletics. Furthermore, it is the purpose of the Hall of Fame to promote more interest in the DePauw University athletics program among alumni, and to share with students in attendance at the University, the performance of past athletes who have contributed so much in making DePauw University a great school.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board of Directors is the official governing body concerning all projects, programs and actions of the DePauw University Athletics Hall of Fame. The Board of Directors consists of DePauw Alumni, faculty and staff. The Board of Directors consists of permanent members (as designated by title) and appointed members who may serve up to two, four-year terms. Permanent members include: Theodore Katula Director of Athletics and Recreational Sports, a member of the Alumni Engagement team appointed by the Vice President of Development and Alumni Engagement, female-identifying Faculty Athletics Representative, male-identifying Faculty Athletics Representative, coaches' representative, President of the Alumni "D" Association, President Emeritus of the "D" Association, and Assistant Athletics Director for Athletics Communications.
Eight appointed members may serve four year terms; an appointed member may only serve two consecutive terms. The initial appointed committee members are chosen by the permanent members of the committee with attention given to ensuring that all athletic eras are represented to the extent this is possible. Should any member resign or otherwise become unable to serve during a term, a replacement shall be elected by the committee of the whole.
The chairperson of the Board of Directors shall be elected by group and serve a two year term. A member of the Alumni Engagement team appointed by the Vice President of Development and Alumni Engagement shall serve as secretary and keep all records.
All members shall serve without compensation of any kind. The Board of Directors shall meet once in the winter term or spring semester for the purpose of electing the class of inductees and attend the Athletics Hall of Fame induction ceremony in the fall semester.
Changes in these by-laws of the DePauw University Athletics Hall of Fame may be made by a majority vote of the Board of Directors.
CRITERIA FOR NOMINATION (INDIVIDUAL ATHLETES, COACHES, TEAMS, ATHLETICS ADMINISTRATORS, ATHLETICS STAFF)
Any DePauw University alumnus or alumna whose class graduated at least 10 years prior to induction and who earned a varsity letter from the DePauw University athletics department is eligible for nomination to membership in the Athletics Hall of Fame. For female athletes who graduated before "D" letters were awarded to women, outstanding accomplishments or records in athletics will be considered as appropriate qualifications for nomination.
Similarly, outstanding athletic teams and distinguished members of the DePauw Athletics staff are also eligible for nomination and membership. Any coach, athletics administrator or athletics staff member must have served the University for at least 10 years to be considered; they may be active in their University role at the time of nomination and membership.
All nominees to the Hall of Fame must have conducted themselves in such a manner as to reflect honor upon DePauw University and have qualities of character and standards of conduct that are exemplary. No automatic criteria will be utilized for nomination, and special recognition may be granted where it is deemed appropriate by the selection committee. While athletic achievement is of prime importance, moral character and good citizenship during both undergraduate and postgraduate years will be taken into consideration. The record of the individual or athletic team must be so outstanding that there are no questions of qualifying for the Athletics Hall of Fame.
Requests for nominations shall be made in appropriate written and electronic correspondence from the Office of Alumni Engagement. Nominations may be
made by anyone, and individuals not selected shall remain on the list for consideration for a five-year period. These individuals are eligible for renomination. Nominations must
be made in writing, including supporting evidence of the nominee's qualifying accomplishments, and be received in the office of the Alumni Relations before
December 31 for consideration to be inducted the following year. Nominations will not be publicly disclosed. Nominations may also be made
online.
CONTACT INFO:
Office of Alumni Engagement
Robert G. Bottoms Alumni and Development Center
P.O. Box 37
DePauw University
Greencastle, IN 46135-0037
alumnioffice@depauw.edu
INDUCTION
A charter class of no more than 25 members was inducted in the first year. In subsequent years, the number of inductees shall not exceed six, including teams. One honorary member may be selected in addition to the six inductees. In selecting those to be inducted, consideration shall at all times be given to representation of all varsity sports and of all eligible DePauw student generations.
RECOGNITION
The Board of Directors of the DePauw Athletics Hall of Fame shall establish nomination and selection schedules, types of awards, presentation procedures and the permanent display of inducted honorees.
Selected members shall be notified by a member of the Board of Directors of the Athletics Hall of Fame. Members will be inducted into the DePauw University Athletics Hall of Fame to be held in the fall of each year. A suitable award will be presented to the
honorees, and an appropriate permanent display or recognition will be established on the campus.
CRITERIA FOR HONORARY MEMBERSHIP
The category of honorary membership in the Hall of Fame was added to the by-laws in May 1995. The Board of Directors may convey honorary membership to those individuals who, by virtue of their time, resources and dedication, have significantly supported, enhanced and advanced the interscholastic athletic programs of DePauw University.
Individuals recognized with an honorary membership may or may not have had any direct affiliation with DePauw University and their contributions may be varied. The
contributions of an honorary member should be of significantly long duration (at least 10 years). The individual may currently be active with the DePauw athletic program.
INDUCTION
Nominations will be solicited from the same channels as traditional Hall of Fame nominees, and, in addition, strong consideration will be given to nominees submitted by members of the DePauw Athletics Department. The number of honorary members should not exceed one per year.
RECOGNITION
Honorary members will be inducted into the DePauw University Athletics Hall of Fame to be held in the fall of each year. A suitable award will be presented to the honorees, and an appropriate permanent display or recognition will be established on the campus.
Last updated: April 2023
