Hall of Distinction

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Last Name, First Name	Year honored	Summary
Bogardus, Emory	2002	Formulated theory of social distance out of his interest in racial relations
Buben, Zdenka	2002	A pioneer in public health social work and in the development of professional standards
Bullis, Gardner	2002	Significantly contributed to the field and profession of social welfare as a private citizen
Chernin, Milton	2002	Exemplary role model for blending academic, government and community work
Class, Norris	2002	Championed child welfare regulations and protective services through licensing
Johnson, Arlien	2002	Advanced many causes and significantly influenced social work education
Maldonado, Joe	2002	Epitomizes the social worker in high levels of government services
Mason, Biddy	2002	When freed, this ex-slave advanced the tradition of philanthropy and volunteerism
Nickel, George	2002	Advanced resolution of social issues and improved social work professional standards from the private business world
Nishinaka, George	2002	Demonstrated social work practice with diverse ethnic and low-income populations
Rapoport, Lydia	2002	Created the widely-emulated model of preventive casework
Schottland, Charles	2002	Influential administrator at all public sector levels who advanced considerable legislation, especially in adoptions
Benedetto, Bob	2003	Dedicated his life to serving others
Brigham, Thomas	2003	International leader and crusader for human dignity
Carter, Genevieve	2003	Inspirational work with elders and the aging process
Chickering, Martha	2003	Respected advocate for the importance of social work accreditation
Feldman, Al	2003	Established strong foundation for mental health and community organization practice as well as gerontology education
Friedlander, Walter	2003	Influenced international nature of social reform
Kitano, Harry	2003	One of the world's leading authorities on race and ethnic relations
Mendez, Margarita	2003	Inspirational leader and advocate for social justice
O'Day, Mary	2003	A pioneer in inspiring gerontological social work
Robinson, Elizabeth	2003	A pioneer human services worker and trailblazer
Satir, Virginia	2003	Dedicated family therapist and compassionate humanist
Specht, Harry	2003	A purposeful man with remarkable achievements
Augenbraun, Bernice	2004	Respected clinician, teacher and advocate for social justice
Herman, Elsie	2004	Pioneer social worker and dedicated educator and mentor
Kleiner, Rose	2004	A pioneer in serving the aging population and their families
Miller, Dorothy	2004	Native American activist and crusader for human dignity
Morales, Royal	2004	Beloved teacher, leader, activist and an inspiration to many
Robinson, Effie	2004	Dedicated human services worker and trailblazer
Traylor, Lorenzo	2004	Inspirational leader and advocate for civil rights and justice
Alexander, Chauncey	2005	A social work icon
Bartlett, Dana	2005	Champion of the working class and urban living visionary
Buck, Marsena	2005	Leader, advocate and inspirational speaker
Feldman, Frances	2005	Influential educator, researcher, consultant and advisor
Jones, Myldred	2005	Humanitarian service for troubled youth and the military
Mackey, Anita	2005	Leader in expanding veterans' services
Solis, Faustina	2005	Outreach to the most disadvantaged
Witte, Ernest	2005	Mastermind of California schools of social work
Workman, Mary	2005	Activist for social reform and international peace
Chan, Diana Ming	2007	Innovative voice for multigenerational populations
Wax, John	2007	Gifted theoretician, educator and staff trainer
Hyatt, Lillian L.	2007	Role model for elder care advocacy
Pennekamp, Marianne	2007	Inspirational promoter for children and family welfare
Dominguez, Simon	2007	Passionate Latino community leader
Ford, Richard D.	2007	Respected social worker, educator, minister and university administrator
Cohen, Nathan E.	2008	Revered leader bringing people together for productive action
Hamovitch, Maurice	2008	Valued advocate for social research and policy
Karls, James	2008	Exemplary social work values and internationally recognized
McNabola, Marie	2008	Beloved contributor to the framework of the social work profession
Northen, Helen E.	2008	Passionate contributor to social group work theory
Pickford, Patricia	2008	Influential supporter for Central Valley social services
Reichert, Kurt	2008	Advocate for human rights and social justice
Sardiñas, Maria	2008	Renowned leader for adult mentally ill and patient rights
Yip, Beverly	2008	Role model for Asian women everywhere
Fimbres, Manuel F.	2009	Inspirational Leader Focused on Social Justice for Everyone
Jue, Jeff	2009	Compassionate and Dedicated Humanitarian
Kelley, Ben J.	2009	Passionate Advocate for Reform to Better Serve Families
Steele, Jr., Percy H.	2009	A Driving Force for Civil Rights Paving the Way for Progress
Yamanaka, Kunitake Morgan	2009	Vigilant Role Model for Civil and Constitutional Rights