The 2026 Derryberry Award nomination deadline is Friday, March 13. This award was established in honor of the late Everett Derryberry after 34 years as president of Tennessee Tech. This prestigious honor grants a plaque and cash award to a graduating senior who demonstrates a high level of scholastic achievement and successful campus involvement in leadership and enrichment opportunities. Individuals who graduated in December 2025 or are scheduled to graduate in May or August 2026 are eligible for nomination.