Princeton University
2023 GARY WALTERS ’67 PVC AWARDS BANQUET
Jadwin Gymnasium, Princeton University
5:00 p.m. – Cocktail Reception
6:15 p.m. – Dinner & Event Programming
Event invitation and RSVP Card can be viewed/downloaded at the included hyperlinks.
As part of the Banquet celebration, awards will be presented in recognition of athletic excellence, academic achievement, exceptional leadership and service to the community and pay tribute to senior student-athletes, distinguished alumni and supporters of Princeton Athletics (see complete award listing below). The Princeton Varsity Club will also continue its tradition of providing Princeton letter sweaters to all graduating varsity student-athletes.
Please visit PrincetonVarsityClub.org for up-to-date banquet information. Banquet-related questions can be directed to [email protected] or 609-258-8955. Banquet attendees should park in the new Stadium Drive Garage adjacent to Jadwin Gym.
Princeton Athletics Departmental Awards
Otto von Kienbusch Award
Awarded annually to a Princeton senior woman of high scholastic rank who has demonstrated general proficiency in athletics and the qualities of a true sportswoman. Presented in memory of C. Otto v. Kienbusch ’06, friend and benefactor of women’s athletics at Princeton.
William Winston Roper Trophy
Awarded annually to a Princeton senior man of high scholastic rank and outstanding qualities of sportsmanship and general proficiency in athletics. Presented by Mrs. William W. Roper and the Class of 1902.
Art Lane ’34 Award
Awarded to an undergraduate athlete in recognition of his or her selfless contribution to sport and society. Given in memory of Art Lane ’34 by friends and family.
Chris Sailer Leadership Award
Given annually to senior student-athletes that demonstrate exceptional leadership and a commitment to serving others. Given by Lucy Small DeStefano ’99 S94 and Chris DeStefano ’94 S99 in honor of Chris Sailer, Hall-of-Fame women’s lacrosse coach at Princeton from 1987-2022.
Class of 1916 Cup
Awarded each year to the Princeton varsity letterwinner who continuing in competition in his or her senior year achieved at graduation the highest academic standing. Given by the Class of 1916 on the occasion of its 50th reunion.
Class of 1967 PVC Citizen-Athlete Award
Presented by the Princeton Varsity Club for selfless and noble contributions to sport and society.
Marvin Bressler Award
Awarded to that member of the Princeton family who, through heartfelt support of the University’s student-athletes and coaches, best embodies a belief in the lifelong lessons taught by competition and athletics as a complement to the overall educational mission. Awarded in the spirit of Marvin Bressler, professor of sociology, 1963-94.
