The Civic Engagement Hall of Fame is an annual program sponsored by the president and the Center for Civic Engagement. One recipient is selected from each award category and the awardee is honored at a Hall of Fame Celebration, which is usually held in April.

Award Criteria

The Hall of Fame recognizes individuals for their efforts in addressing social and environmental challenges facing our communities. Nominees must possess sustained commitment and passion for improving, assisting and helping organizations in need through their civic engagement efforts.

Award Categories

All recipients are required to be in attendance at the Hall of Fame induction celebration.

Faculty: a Salem State University full-time or part-time faculty member.
Staff/Administration: a Salem State University full-time or part-time staff or administration employee.
Student: a Salem State University undergraduate or graduate matriculated student.
Alumni: an individual that has earned an undergraduate or graduate degree from Salem State University

Our selection criteria focus on breadth as well as depth of engagement. Past nominees were recognized for:

Advocating for and leading programs that support marginalized communities
Participating in sustainable service-learning initiatives
Coordinating events and programs that address social injustices and support civic causes
Serving on boards for non-profit organizations
Donating time to tutor and educate children, adult learners and English language learners

View the complete list of Civic Engagement Hall of Fame Inductees