Halls of Fame
The Southwestern College halls of fame were established in order to honor individuals who have contributed greatly to their field of study, community, or in other facets of life. The college is known for its students who excel during their academic years and now recognizes those who excel beyond the classroom and in their world without boundaries.
2023 Founders Weekend Schedule | April 20-22
Thursday, April 20
4:00 pm Honor's Convocation, Richardson Performing Arts Center
Friday, April 21
2:00 pm Special Lecture by Dr. Jacob Negley, Mossman 101
"The Importance of Being Reminded"
4:00 pm Special Exhibit | Grace Raymond, President's Gallery
In conjunction with Founders Weekend and the presidential inauguration an exhibit of works by former Southwestern faculty and artist, Grace Raymond, will be on display in the Presidents Gallery in Darbeth Fine Arts Building. The gallery will be open for viewing Friday, April 21 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Saturday, April 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Leaders in Service Hall of Fame
5:30 pm Leaders in Service Dinner & Ceremony | Deets Library RSVP Required
Leaders in Service Hall of Fame Ceremony to immediately follow the dinner
Inductees
- Velma Grier ‘53
- Joe Sherman ‘72
- David Nichols ‘60
RSVP by April 10, 2023. Cost for the dinner is $25/person. To RSVP, submit RSVP form, email alumni@sckans.edu or call 620.229.6155
Saturday, April 22
Business Hall of Fame
8:30 am Business Hall of Fame Reception | Christy Lobby RSVP Requested
8:45 am Business Hall of Fame Ceremony | Richardson Performing Arts Center
Inductees
- Daniel Sherron ‘15/’17
- Naim Singleton ‘13
Business Builder Award
- RobotZone
RSVP by April 10, 2023. Cost for the dinner is $25/person. To RSVP, submit RSVP form, email alumni@sckans.edu or call 620.229.6155
Donate to support the Hall of Fame event
10:00 am Special Exhibit | Grace Raymond, President's Gallery
In conjunction with Founders Weekend and the presidential inauguration an exhibit of works by former Southwestern faculty and artist, Grace Raymond, will be on display in the Presidents Gallery in Darbeth Fine Arts Building. The gallery will be open for viewing Friday, April 21 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Saturday, April 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fine Arts Hall of Fame
10:15 am Fine Arts Hall of Fame Reception | Christy Lobby RSVP Requested
10:30 am Fine Arts Hall of Fame Ceremony | Richardson Performing Arts Center
Inductees
- William Christie ‘74
- Roger ’70 & Allyson ’76 Moon
- Tim Shook
RSVP by April 10, 2023. Cost for the dinner is $25/person. To RSVP, submit RSVP form, email alumni@sckans.edu or call 620.229.615
Donate to support the Hall of Fame event
Educators Hall of Fame
12:00 pm Educators Hall of Fame Luncheon | Deets Library RSVP Required
12:45 pm Educators Hall of Fame Ceremony | Deets Library
Inductees
- Tabatha Rosproy ‘09
- Brent Wolf ‘03/’15
- Barb White ‘80
RSVP by April 10, 2023. Cost for the dinner is $25/person. To RSVP, submit RSVP form, email alumni@sckans.edu or call 620.229.6155.
Inauguration of President Elizabeth Frombgen
3:00 pm Inauguration Ceremony, RPAC
4:00 pm Inauguration Reception, 77 Landing
2022 Natural Science Hall of Fame | November 12
Saturday, November 12
Deets Library
5:00 pm Natural Science Hall of Fame Dinner RSVP Required
6:00 pm Natural Science Hall of Fame Ceremony
2022 Inductees
Lisa (Ashenfelter) Braun ’98
Michael Cargill ’77
Bryan Dennett '92 (to be formally recognized in 2023)