UT Martin has announced the establishment of the Skyhawk Summitt Award, in honor of leadership, excellence, success and service among faculty, staff and students named in honor of the late Pat Head Summitt.
UT Martin Chancellor Yancy Freeman said the Skyhawk Summitt Award – will be presented annually to up to six people. The inaugural ceremony is planned to be held during I-Heart UTM Week in April 2027.
Dr. Freeman said “Coach Pat Head Summitt is arguably the most famous alumna from UT Martin and was one of the most iconic and influential figures in the history of sports and education.
