Drum Major for Justice Award

The MLK Drum Major for Justice Award is for citizens who live ordinary lives and perform extraordinary acts of service with reliability and commitment, often without receiving recognition. We are honored to present this award to members of the Highland Community College and local community who exhibit excellence and commitment to service while performing extraordinary acts of kindness and grace.

Ceremony Information

2026 Award Recipients

2026 Drum Major for Justice Award Winners Stacey Jones, Employee Recipient; Christopher Lackey, Community Recipient; and Karis Larson, Student Recipient. Photo of the three winners together, holding their awards.

Highland Community College Presents...

February 16, 2026

Highland Community College presented its annual Drum Major for Justice Awards on Wednesday, Feb. 4, honoring three individuals whose lives reflect service, compassion, and a commitment to justice. This year’s recipients include HCC student Karis Larson, HCC employee Stacey Jones and community...

2025 Award Recepients

Thank you to those who made our event a success on January 17, 2025. You can watch the ceremony recording here

  • Highland Community College Student Recepient: Andrew Dalconzo
  • Highland Community College Employee Recepient: Shannon Wiedmer 
  • Highland Community Member Recepient: Mark Rounds
  • Read about the 2025 Receipients.