This year, the Division of Intercultural Excellence is proud to recognize Dr. Sherwood Smith for his decades of leadership, mentorship, and service to the University of Vermont. The reception will feature the presentation of the annual Dr. H. Lawrence McCrorey Award, honoring those who have helped shape a more engaged and just campus environment.
Join the UVM community for this annual celebration honoring leadership, service, and contributions that advance intercultural excellence.
Guests are invited to enjoy a complimentary brunch and live music as UVM and surrounding communities come together to reflect, connect, and celebrate.
Free and open to the public!
2026 Reception Honoring Dr. Sherwood Smith
The University of Vermont is proud to recognize Dr. Sherwood Smith at the 2026 Andrew Harris Legacy Reception.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
10:00–11:30 a.m.
Grand Maple Ballroom
Dudley H. Davis Center
2025 Reception Honoring Dr. Jackson Clemmons and Lydia Clemm
The University of Vermont recognized Dr. Jackson Clemmons and Lydia Clemmons at the Andrew Harris Legacy Reception on Sunday, September 28, 2025
More about Dr. & Mrs. Clemmons2025 Reception Honoring Dr. Jackson Clemmons and Lydia Clemmons
In 2025, we recognized the contributions of Dr. Jackson and Lydia Clemmons, and presented the Dr. H. Lawrence McCrorey Award, a tribute to those shaping a more engaged and just campus environment. Guests were invited to enjoy a complimentary brunch and live music by Jenni Johnson and the Junketeers, creating space for reflection, connection, and celebration.
2024 Reception Honoring Dr. Angela E. Batista
The 2024 Andrew Harris Legacy Reception honored Dr. Angela E. Batista. Holding multiple intersecting identities as a Caribbean immigrant, first-generation college student, and queer woman of color, Dr. Batista is an agent of change who made lasting impacts through her activism and work.
2023 Reception - Honoring the Legacy of David B. Jamieson
David Betheul Jamieson attended UVM in the 1980s and 90s. Jamieson was an activist and artist, President of the Black Student Union, and is known for his artwork capturing student activism and the experience in Vermont. He died of AIDS-related illness in 1992.
More about David JamiesonPrevious Receptions
Previous Receptions
- 2022 Reception: Honoring Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing, Miller Celestin
- 2021 Reception: Reflecting on the legacy of H. Lawrence (Larry) McCrorey, former UVM Professor and Dean