2026 NADIIIAA Richard A. Rasmussen Lifetime Achievement Award

The Richard A. Rasmussen Lifetime Achievement Award, named for the University Athletic Association executive director and founder of NADIIIAA, will be presented to athletics administrators who have dedicated their professional career to the advancement of Division III. This award is given to individuals who best exemplify the leadership and service that has made a significant impact on DIII as demonstrated by Richard (Dick) Rasmussen during his tenure as an athletic administrator.

The NADIIIAA executive committee will present the award to recognize and honor extraordinary career achievement in guidance, commitment, and duty to Division III. This will not be an annual award.

Nominations will be accepted from any current NADIIIAA member.

Deadline: Friday, November 7th.

Any questions regarding the awards should be directed to Cam Trudell in the NACDA National Office.

Criteria and Eligibility:

Nominees must meet the following criteria:

1. Active or retired DIII athletics administrator
2. Minimum of 20 years as a DIII athletics administrator

Nominator Information:

Nominator's Name*

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Nominator's Current Title*

Nominator's Institution*

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Nominee Information:

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Nominee's Institution*

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Total years as a DIII athletics administrator*

NACDA Involvement (Only list committee name and years of service)

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Biographical Sketch & Significant Achievements:

Please provide a biographical sketch of the nominee and include significant achievements during this period. (Max. 200 words)*

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Written Statement:

A written statement is required from the nominator as to why the nominee deserves to be the recipient of the Richard A. Rasmussen Lifetime Achievement Award. The nominator should provide information on the nominee regarding specific leadership abilities and service. Nominees must meet the award criteria for consideration. (Max. 250 words)*

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