The Gideon Blackburn Award is given to an alumnus/alumna or non-alumnus/alumna who has rendered valuable service to the College in terms of time, money, influence, service, etc. The recipient keeps alive the memory of Dr. Blackburn and the period from 1837 to the time of Dr. Hudson’s coming to the College in 1912.

Congratulations to our 2026 Recipient, Paul Tepikian ’77

Paul Tepikian, 2026 Gideon Blackburn Award
Paul Tepikian ’77
Gideon Blackburn Award

How to Nominate

Nominate an alum for an Alumni Association Award by completing the form and sharing why they deserve recognition. 

No recipient can receive the same award twice.

  • Jane (Stricklin) Anderson ‘74
  • Jim Faust ’64