The intention of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Corsair Hall of Fame is to recognize the athletic achievements and contributions of the University’s many dedicated student-athletes, coaches, administrators, teams, and advocates. Established in 1988 with its first annual induction ceremony, the UMass Dartmouth Corsair Hall of Fame welcomes new members as part of the University’s annual Blue and Gold celebration. The induction ceremony takes place every year and is the highlight of an evening featuring the group of inductees and teams who are presented for induction.

Below you will find the eligibility descriptions for each category available for nomination into the Corsair Hall of Fame. All nominees put forth for consideration must demonstrate the upstanding values and ideals of UMass Dartmouth, both during their time and following graduation.

Student-Athlete - Any former varsity intercollegiate student-athletes who participated in at least two seasons of varsity competition while attending UMass Dartmouth or one of its predecessor institutions is eligible to be selected to the Corsair Hall of Fame. Candidates become eligible for selection 10 years after graduation. A student-athlete nominee must be a graduate of UMass Dartmouth or one of the predecessor institutions such as New Bedford Institute of Technology, Bradford Durfee Institute of Technology, Southeastern Massachusetts Technological Institute or Southeastern Massachusetts University.

Coach or Administrator - Any former varsity intercollegiate head coach or athletic department administrator from UMass Dartmouth or one of its predecessor institutions is eligible to be selected to the Corsair Hall of Fame. Candidates become eligible for selection five years after their tenure has concluded at the institution. A head coach or administrator nominee must have been employed by UMass Dartmouth or one of the predecessor institutions such as New Bedford Institute of Technology, Bradford Durfee Institute of Technology, Southeastern Massachusetts Technological Institute or Southeastern Massachusetts University.

Team - The Corsair Hall of Fame honors former university teams among its inductees. Any team must have brought distinction to UMass Dartmouth by having an outstanding record or accomplishment such as qualifying for a National or Regional Championship or going undefeated. Teams become eligible for selection seven years after their season of distinction. Team nominees from UMass Dartmouth or one of the predecessor institutions such as New Bedford Institute of Technology, Bradford Durfee Institute of Technology, Southeastern Massachusetts Technological Institute or Southeastern Massachusetts University are all eligible.

Advocate - Any members of the local media, supporters, sponsors, volunteers, alumni and those within the UMass Dartmouth Community (outside of the athletic department) who have had a major impact on the UMass Dartmouth athletics community or the global sports world are considered advocates. They are eligible to be selected to the Corsair Hall of Fame. Candidates cannot be a current student or employee of UMass Dartmouth at the time of nomination. Individuals who have worked at UMass Dartmouth or one of the predecessor institutions such as New Bedford Institute of Technology, Bradford Durfee Institute of Technology, Southeastern Massachusetts Technological Institute or Southeastern Massachusetts University are eligible.

Nomination forms for the Corsair Hall of Fame can be accessed by clicking below on the appropriate category button below. 

Any supporting documents or information you wish to include with your nomination can be sent to Amie Canfield, Director of Athletic Communications at acanfield@umassd.edu. Thank you!