Story 37 - Dr. William E. Hall Leadership Award

Dr. Hall defined a relationship as “the response one makes to the existence of another.” His definition challenges the assumption that a relationship exists only in the paradigm of two people interacting. It makes a claim that each of us is responsible for every interaction, moment, and opportunity we have with another human being. We have autonomy and control over the openness and energy we share with another, to know and to care for them. Whether we have strong, positive relationships or shallow, transactional relationships, the choice is ours.

The lives of Bob and Edie Wekesser of Lincoln were significantly influenced by Dr. William E. Hall. Because of their close friendship, they conceived this award in his honor, which also generously provides the winner with a $1,000 stipend. The William E. Hall Leadership Award is awarded each year at Annual Recognition Day to one outstanding leader in NHRI of at least junior standing who shows exceptional leadership.

Hall Award Honorees

1981: Chris Carlson

1982: Kimberly Rath

1983: Todd Kelley

1984: Mary Beth Walla

1985: Bart Qualsett

1986: Mindy Comine

1987: Marshall Johnson

1988: Alicia Vance

1989: Courtney Butherus

1990: Richard Meuret

1991: Steven Weber

1992: Mark Meuret

1993: Amy Brunk

1994: Shannon Baxter