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Nominations Being Accepted for K-State Acacia Awards
9/30/2009
 | | Acacia awards program will be presented during the April Scholarship and Awards Banquet at the Chapter House |
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The Acacia Board of Directors is accepting nominations for their annual awards program, the Recognition Committee announced last week. The alumni recognition program focuses on honoring individuals of the Acacia family who have symbolized the fundamental principles of Together, Building Exceptional Lives.
There are four awards presented by the Kansas State Chapter including the Harwood, Willard, Carlson, and Foltz awards. In addition, nominations are being accepted for the Order of Pythagoras given by the International Council.
Alumni of Acacia are encouraged to nominate both Acacians and non-Acacians who have contributed to the Chapter's mission. Recipients will be recognized during the April Scholarship and Awards Banquet at the Chapter House.
All nominations must be submitted to the Recognition Committee Chair, Cecil Pearce by December 1, 2009.
Please read below for Award criteria and descriptions.
For additional information and a nomination form:
email Cecil Pearce at pearce23@fairpoint.net or Lucas Shivers at lshivers@hotmail.com
AWARD DESCRIPTIONS
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Vernon D. Foltz Award
Purpose: The Foltz Award will be awarded to Acacians who have made a unique or unusual effort to advance the Kansas state University Chapter of Acacia.
Background: Vernon D. "Tiny" Foltz served as the advisor for the Interfraternity System at K-State for many years and also served our chapter as chapter advisor in the 1940s and 50s. Tiny was a powerful model of the original leadership principles of Acacia. He maintained an active role with Acacia during many of the most successful years of the fraternity. In 1958, Dr. Foltz was awarded the International Fraternity Award of Merit for his service to Acacia. He was a highly respected member of the K-State faculty, and the Foltz Plaza east of campus carries permanent recognition.
Frank Carlson Award
Purpose: The Frank Carlson Award is given to non-Acacians whose personal or professional efforts have demonstrated the principles of Acacia or have been instrumental in advancing the vision of Acacia at K-State.
Background: Kansas Governor Frank Carlson '48 was initiated as an honorary member of Acacia on Jan. 24, 1948. He served a long and popular public service career, exemplifying the community leadership called for in the laws of Acacia. He impressed many with his dignity and commitment to public service. While serving as governor, he stepped up as the chairman of the National Governors Conference. He was elected United States senator in1950 and served until 1969. At that time, he chose to not stand for reelection and retired as one of the most popular and successful political leaders in Kansas history.
N. D. Nate Harwood Award
Purpose: The N. D. Nate Harwood Award is presented on the basis of personal or professional achievements of brothers advancing the principles of Acacia through exemplary careers or human service.
Background: Dr. N. D. Nate Harwood, '17, dedicated himself to the values of Acacia and served as chapter advisor for many years in the 1930s and 40s. Dr. Harwood received the Acacia Award of Merit in 1958. He was recognized for his involvement in over 20 civic organizations included his service as mayor of Manhattan. Dr. Harwood was the one man most responsible for the new chapter house. He exemplified "Human Service" to society and Acacia. He was seen often at Acacia activities following his retirement.
Julius T. Willard Award
Purpose: The Julius T. Willard Award is presented to recognize generous support or efforts of brothers to advance the Acacia vision at K-State.
Background: Dr. Willard '13, was initiated as the first Acacian at Kansas State. During his long and distinguished career he served as dean of applied sciences from 1909 to 1930. He was acting president of K-State on two different occasions and vice-president from 1918 to 1935. In 1965, Willard Hall was named for him to recognize his contributions to K-State.
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Kansas State Chapter of Acacia Fraternity
One of the four original fraternities at Kansas State in 1913, Acacia Fraternity's rich tradition includes five buildings on campus named after Acacians including Seaton, Willard, Waters, Ford and Bushnell Halls. With leadership as a main cornerstone, Acacia Fraternity at Kansas State has been recognized as a leading chapter in human service events, alumni support, and scholarship excellence. Acacia believes in providing members with an alcohol-free, family environment dedicated to lifelong improvement in leadership, scholarship and character.
Contact:
Lucas Shivers, Executive Secretary
2005 Hunting Avenue
Manhattan, KS 66502
lshivers@hotmail.com
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