Hoekstra Leadership Award
The Hoekstra Leadership Award funds visits from notable leadership speakers to the UND College of Arts & Sciences to enhance leadership education and engagement for students and faculty.
Funder: University of North Dakota
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Request submission deadline, projected) | April 2027 (Application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 per award; one or more awards given annually.
Summary: Supports visits from leadership speakers to the UND College of Arts & Sciences to enhance leadership education and engagement.
Description
The Hoekstra Leadership Award, supported by Marten and Valerie Hoekstra, enables the University of North Dakota (UND) College of Arts & Sciences to offer annual awards for hosting leadership speakers. The program aims to foster leadership development by supporting visits from notable leaders who participate in academic courses or activities, address leadership topics, and create meaningful impact for both students and faculty. Awardees work closely with the Dean's Office to promote and steward these events, ensuring they contribute to the college’s educational mission.
