Awards & Recognition

Legacy Award Nominations due Oct 17,2025

Legacy Award Nominations due Oct 17,2025

The VSSC Legacy Award were established by the Virginia Student Services Conference to recognize lifetime achievement in the field of Student Services. Award recipients have demonstrated a commitment and dedication to student development and in the field of higher education. These individuals have mentored countless staff and students and have helped shape the profession.

​The Legacy Award is presented to individuals who have served in student affairs for a minimum of 20 years and have either retired or are in their final role. 

VSSC Legacy Award Nomination Form

Due Friday October 17, 2025

Past Recipients

  • Charles Klink

  • Dave Barnes

  • John and Maggie Evans

  • David Buckingham

  • John Eccles

  • Mark J. Warner

  • Ira Andrews

  • Ernes Buchannan III

  • Dana Burnett

  • Lewis Drew

  • Bill Hall

  • France A. "Bonnie" Hulburt

  • McMillan Johnson IV

  • Sharon Lowe

  • Phyllis Mable

  • Sam Sadler

  • Robert Scott

  • Teresa Gonzalez

  • Dave Newcombe