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Chancellor's Honors Banquet »Hardy Liston, Jr. Symbol of Hope Award


Chancellor's Honors

Hardy Liston, Jr. Symbol of Hope Award

The recipient (s) has demonstrated a commitment to the development of individuals in our society through cultivating and enriching the human mind and spirit. The recipient (s) is openly pro-active in his/her beliefs in a diverse university community. For example, membership in organizations that promote diversity, plan/sponsor campus or community wide programs dealing with issues of diversity, multiculturalism and/or appreciation of differences, etc.

For purposes of this award


  • Faculty nominees must have been employed by UTK for a minimum of 3 years.
  • Exempt and non-exempt staff nominees must have been employed by UTK for a minimum of 3 years.
  • Alumni and Friends of the University are defined as individuals or groups.