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Honor Roll
This section is dedicated to honoring outstanding individuals who have contributed exemplary services in support of the Museum's educational mission and to the community. The Board of Directors nominates individuals based on the following criteria:
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Founders Award
The Founders Award recognizes an individual who best exemplifies the outstanding qualities of the Regimes Museum, including teamwork, optimism, courage, and sacrifice, and who inspires the exploration and expression of these values through their commitment to the mission of the RM. The Founders Award recognizes those who demonstrate through word and deed an extraordinary dedication to the enduring principles that strengthen democracy in the threat of totalitarianism.
Voice of Freedom Award
This award recognizes those who make unselfish contributions to their community, state, or nation; those who lead by example; and those who exhibit the highest standards of academics, integrity, discipline, and initiative reflective of the mission of the Regimes Museum.
Certificate of Recognition
The Certificate of Recognition honors supporters of the Regimes Museum from donors, volunteers, staff, and members of the Advisory Council. Those recognized by this award have provided honorable service to the Museum’s Mission and programs, have shown outstanding performance in their field that support the Museum, or have made significant contributions to the institution. A Certificate of Recognition for Community Service can, at the behest of the Board of Directors, also be awarded to local individuals, businesses, and families who have provided services to the betterment of our community.
Awardees to Date
Antonio Luiz Cury de Mello, Founder's Award (2024)
Awarded for his generous contributions to the Regimes Museum collection and his participation in the ongoing effort to preserve and learn from the history of Brazil.
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Nadia Murad, Voice of Freedom Award (2023)
Awarded for her efforts and dedication to protecting women from sexual violence and for pursuing justice for the crimes committed against the Yazidi community.
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Ralph Pickard, Certificate of Recognition for Honorable Service (2021)
Awarded for his excellent scholarship in the Regimes Museum Journal and his insights as member the Advisory Council.
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Carl Golden, Certificate of Recognition for Honorable Service (2021)
Awarded for his significant contributions to Regimes Museum's collections.
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Todd Anton, Certificate of Recognition for Honorable Service (2019)
Awarded for his efforts to honor the victims of the Berlin Wall by building a memorial on his school campus.
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