Lufkin Prize

The Lufkin Prize is awarded annually to a faculty member who makes a significant contribution to character development within the Hotchkiss community and serves as a role model for students. Established in 2006 thanks to the vision and generosity of Dan Lufkin '49, P'80,'82,'88,'23, the Lufkin Prize recognizes excellence in teaching, advising, coaching, and overall service to the Hotchkiss community. It also considers the constant demonstration of ethical character and moral leadership, as well as a commitment to these values in day-to-day interactions with students. It is the School's highest honor for our outstanding educators. 

Current Lufkin Prize Recipient

Bill Fenton P'26,'26, director of the Observatory, director of the Class of 2017 EFX Lab, instructor in physics and astronomy, and head coach of varsity volleyball.

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Past Recipients

Wendy Levithan P'23, the Edgar Cullman '36 Teaching Chair and instructor in French. Read more.

 

Chris Burchfield P'08,'10,'18, instructor in English and the L. Blair Torrey Jr. '50 Chair (retired). Read more.

 

Carita Gardiner P'17,'20, Class of '42 Teaching Chair, Dean of the Class of 2025, and Instructor in English. Read more. 

 

Charlie Frankenbach P’12,'16, Russel Bigelow Chair and Chair of the English Department. Read more.

 

Virginia “Ginny” Faus P'10, The Edward R. Tinker Chair and Instructor in Chemistry (retired). Read more. 

 

Keith Moon P’13,’16, The E. Carleton Granbery Teaching Chair and Instructor in English, History, and Russian Language. Read more.

 

Ana Hermoso P’16, The Audrey Meyer Mars Teaching Chair, Spanish Program Coordinator, and Instructor in Spanish (retired). Read more.

 

Brad Faus P'10, The Marie S. Tinker Chair, Program Director of Art, and Instructor in Art (retired). Read more.

 

Letty Roberts P’12,’15, Instructor in Math (retired). Read more.

 

Charlie Noyes ’78, P’03,’07, Instructor in Art (retired). Read more.

 

Sarinda Parsons Wilson P’14,’17, Instructor in French

 

Richard Kirby P’08,’09,’14,’15, Instructor in Chemistry

 

Wayne Gaynor P'99,'04, Instructor in Math (retired)

 

Christy Cooper P’08,’11, Instructor in English and Class Dean (retired)

Lou Pressman P'98, The Independence Foundation Chair #1, Chaplain, and Instructor in Philosophy & Religion (retired)

Sarah Tames, Instructor in Theatre (retired)

David Bolmer '73, Instructor in Math (retired)