A true testament to leadership and legacy, the Gavel and Gravel Society recognizes outstanding professionals whose enduring contributions have shaped both the field of student affairs and the SACSA community. Carefully selected by the SACSA Foundation, these honorees exemplify the highest standards of service, scholarship, and commitment to the advancement of higher education.

Each inductee has demonstrated a lifelong dedication to supporting students, mentoring colleagues, and elevating the profession, embodying the core values and mission of SACSA through their exemplary work and unwavering passion.

In celebrating the Class of 2025, the SACSA Foundation expresses deep appreciation for these leaders whose impact is felt across campuses, communities, and generations. Their professional journeys serve as powerful reminders of what it means to lead with integrity, purpose, and vision.

We are proud to introduce the 2025 Gavel and Gravel Society honorees

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SACSA Foundation Gavel & Gravel Society welcomes the Class of 2025: Howard Bailey, Monica Galloway Burke, Robert K. Glenn, Pam Havice, Dorian L. McCoy, and Fred Rhodes

You are invited to visit the Gavel and Gravel Society website to learn more about each honoree's accomplishments and legacy within the profession and SACSA. We also encourage you to make a gift in honor of a member of this year's class, many of whom have had a profound influence on our work and lives.

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The Class of 2025 will be formally recognized during the 2025 SACSA Conference at the Gavel and Gravel Ceremony on Sunday, November 2, 2025. We invite you to register for the conference as we gather to celebrate the theme: "Empowering Excellence, Preparing for the NOW."

Your support makes a lasting difference. Gifts to the SACSA Foundation help fund critical initiatives such as the Dissertation of the Year Award, the Research Incentive Grant, and the establishment of a Foundation endowment to ensure the Association's long-term stability. Contributions also support professional development, award recognition, and the continued celebration of excellence within our field.

All donations are tax-deductible, as the SACSA Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Together, let's honor those who've paved the way and continue to build a stronger future for student affairs.