The University of Dubuque Alumni Association established the Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame in 1989 as a permanent place to honor those individuals who have promoted and served the University through its athletic programs.
The Hall of Fame recognizes former student-athletes, coaches, and supporters who have contributed to the success of the University of Dubuque both on and off the athletic field. It further promotes the University intercollegiate program and creates a focal point for alumni, family, friends and current University students, faculty, and staff.
In 2003, two new awards were added to the Hall of Fame. The Athletic Hall of Distinction was established to recognize individuals who have given unselfishly to further the University's Athletic Programs and support its athletes. In an effort to recognize the great team's throughout the history of UD the Athletic Hall of Fame Team Award was also introduced.
Former athletic notables who meet the criteria have nominations submitted to the Hall of Fame Committee. The committee is comprised of former Spartan athletes and current UD administration and coaches. After nominating material is researched and compiled, the committee votes to determine the new inductees. Induction into the Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame takes place each fall during Homecoming weekend. To submit your nominations online please complete the nomination form or call the Office of Alumni Relations at 1-800-483-2586 to have a form sent to you. Please note all nominations for the 2009 Hall of Fame Class are due no later than February 20, 2009. If you have already been inducted into the Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame and would like to become involved in the selection process please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 563-589-3351.
Criteria For Selection
Hall of Fame For many years, the Athletic Hall of Fame has honored a select number of former athletes for their outstanding individual contributions to the University's athletic programs. The Hall of Fame will continue its annual inductees, and now add a prestigious award for a team of past UD athletes to be recognized together for their contributions in athletics.
Criteria for the Hall of Fame Individual Award include:
Have been out of college at least 10 years.
Have lettered in a varsity sport at UD.
Have made an outstanding contribution to the stature of the University Athletic Program and to the ideals of the community life at UD while an undergraduate.
Shows continuous support of UD. Criteria for the Hall of Fame Team Award include:
The team must have won a conference championship and/or were invited for NCAA post-season play.
It must be at least 10 years since that accomplishment.
Hall of Distinction Another new group of awards will be given to other supporters of UD's athletic programs through the Hall of Distinction. Designed to recognize those individuals who have given unselfishly to further the University's Athletic Programs and support its athletes.
Criteria for the Hall of Distinction Award include:
Made a significant contribution to UD as an administrator, member of the athletic support staff, coach, and booster alumnus/alumna.
Have been out of college at least 10 years.
Have made an outstanding contribution to the stature of the University Athletic Program and to the ideals of community life at UD.
Demonstrate significant lifelong contributions to society, community or athletics through service and leadership.
Athletic Hall of Fame Nomination Form:
To nominate a person for the University of Dubuque Athletic Hall of Fame, submit this form. You can also submit your nominations via mail by sending them to:
Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame c/o The University of Dubuque 2000 University Avenue Dubuque, IA 52001
Please provide as much information as possible including qualifications, awards, involvement and contributions to help our selection committee in the decision making process.
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