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Chancellor's Honors

African American Hall of Fame Award

Nomination Deadline: February 2, 2012

In 1994 the University of Tennessee unveiled the African American Hall of Fame Award. The Hall of Fame award recognizes African Americans who have made important contributions to the University of Tennessee.

The Commission for Blacks (CFB) will select an individual and/or group that demonstrate distinguished service, leadership, and social advocacy. A sub-committee of the CFB will evaluate nominations, select finalists, and recommend one recipient for approval by the commission. The recipient will be announced and recognized at the Chancellor's Honors Banquet on April 9.

Completed applications and materials should be sent to cfb@utk.edu by close of business on February 2, 2012.