John McLendon Leadership Award and Lecture Series

The John McLendon Leadership Award will be given annually to a student in the Department of Health, Sport, and Exercise Sciences whom embodies all that McLendon represents: persistence, perseverance, and leadership. McLendon, a Kansas native, was the first African-American to graduate from KU with a physical education degree before becoming a legendary coach after being mentored by Dr. James Naismith. “Coach Mac” was enshrined in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as a contributor in 1978 and a coach in 2016. This award and lecture series will celebrate McLendon’s legacy each year.

Levels

Choose a giving level

$25

Sixth Man/Woman

Donors at all levels will have their name added to John McLendon Leadership Award and Speaker Series website and be recognized at the annual keynote address.

Contribute $25

$50

Starter

Donors at all levels will have their name added to John McLendon Leadership Award and Speaker Series website and be recognized at the annual keynote address.

Contribute $50

$100

Star of the Team

Donors at all levels will have their name added to John McLendon Leadership Award and Speaker Series website and be recognized at the annual keynote address.

Contribute $100

$250

All-Conference

Donors at all levels will have their name added to John McLendon Leadership Award and Speaker Series website and be recognized at the annual keynote address.

Contribute $250

$500

All-American

Donors at all levels will have their name added to John McLendon Leadership Award and Speaker Series website and be recognized at the annual keynote address. All-Conference and above donors will be invited to the yearly keynote address and a special reception with the speaker each year.

Contribute $500

$1,000

Most Valuable Player

Contribute $1,000

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