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Frequently Asked Questions

1.      Who is eligible for this Award?

The Award is given to a graduating male, a graduating female and a non-student.

The students must have graduated in August of 2006, December of 2006 or be graduating in May of 2007 with a baccalaureate degree.  The non-student must have some connection with the University as an employee, alumnus or friend.  This person does not have to be a graduate of UK.

2.      What kind of person receives the Award?

The guidelines state that "in the selection of the recipients nothing shall be considered except the possession of such characteristics of heart, mind, and conduct as evince a spirit of love for helpfulness to other men and women."  This is a humanitarian award meant to recognize those who have selflessly given to others or served others in some way.

3.      How are the recipients recognized?

The recipients are given a certificate signed by the President of the University and a very nice Medallion and are recognized at the main graduation ceremony in May.
A narrative about the accomplishments of each recipient is read at graduation.  There is usually publicity about the recipients in the Kernel and in the local newspaper. This Award is considered to be one of the most prestigious awards that the University gives.

4.      How do I nominate someone?
You should complete the nomination form and submit it to the Chair of the Sullivan Committee (see address on the nomination form). Also, recipients usually have letters from several people describing how the person meets the criteria set forth for the Award.

5.      Where do I get the nomination form?

STUDENT NOMINATION FORM
-- Microsoft Word version --
-- Adobe PDF version --
NON-STUDENT NOMINATION FORM
-- Microsoft Word version --
-- Adobe PDF version --

 

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