This award is named in honor of Mr. Lan Hewlett, a long-time advisor at the University of Texas, who is generally acknowledged as the first to provide academic support services to student-athletes. This award is presented annually to an advisor who demonstrates the following:
- Sustained professional service in academic advising for collegiate student-athletes
- A high level of competency in administrative skills
- Merited stature among and support from student-athletes, faculty, coaches, and fellow administrators
- Innovative response in meeting varied and emerging needs of student-athletes
- An effectiveness in the development of junior staff (where appropriate)
- Significant contributions to the field through publications or professional involvement/development
- Leadership in university affairs
*Please note: The nomination MUST come from a member of the nominee's current institution/affiliation.
The deadline for nominations is Sunday, March 8.