Hall of Fame
Jim Beaudry (above) was a member of the inaugural University of
New England Hall of Fame class
In the Fall of 2005, the University of New England inducted its inaugural Hall of Fame class. The Hall of Fame is a vehicle with which to honor former student-athletes, coaches, administrators and supporters of St. Francis College, Westbrook College and the University of New England.
A nominee will be considered only if she/he meets the criteria listed below.
Student-Athletes:
-Nominees must be a graduate of St. Francis College, Westbrook College or the University of New England.
-The candidate shall be eligible to be nominated no earlier than five (5) years after her/his graduation from St. Francis College, Westbrook College or the University of New England.
-The candidate must have been a varsity team member of the sport for which she/he is being nominated.
-The candidate must have made a positive impact to the team(s) for which she/he played, including demonstrated athletic achievement, exemplary leadership qualities and character, and/or a significant contribution to the community.
-An honoree may be inducted posthumously.
Coach/Administrator:
-Nominees must have coached or been a staff member for at least ten (10) years at St. Francis College and University of New England or five (5) years at Westbrook College.
-The nominee shall have demonstrated an ability to enhance the athletic experience of the student-athlete, while serving as a positive role model through exemplary leadership and character.
Friends of Athletics:
-A nominee need not be a graduate or former employee of St. Francis College, Westbrook College or University of New England.
-Strong consideration will be given to those nominees who have enhanced the experience of student-athletes at St. Francis College, Westbrook College, or University of New England through their support.
-The candidate shall have volunteered their time, expertise or resources for a minimum of five (5) years.
Team Criteria:
-Nominees must be successful teams who have reached regional and national recognition.
-Teams must have had varsity status at the time they were in play.
-Teams will be considered after a minimum of years has elapsed from the last date of play for their nominated season.
To be approved for induction, the candidate must have a majority (at least 5 of 9) of the votes from the Selection Committee.
Any nominees not voted for induction into the Hall of Fame during the year of her/his nomination will remain in consideration for one additional year following their nomination. After that time period, the candidate must be re-nominated for consideration.
The Selection Committee will determine the number of inductees in the inaugural year. Following the first induction ceremony, no more than five individuals will be honored annually.
A nomination form may be downloaded by clicking here.
Click below to learn more about the inductees from 2005, 2006 and 2007.
