The Senate Resolution recognizes the establishment of the Walter Hauck NJCAA Coaches Association President of the Year Award, which honors exceptional leadership and service by college presidents in support of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and its student-athletes. This award is named after Walter Hauck, a respected figure in the NJCAA community, who dedicated over four decades to collegiate athletics and left a lasting legacy through his various roles, including head coach and president of the NJCAA Bowling Coaches Association.

Additionally, the resolution honors Coach Jeff Willis of Louisiana State University at Eunice (LSUE) as the inaugural recipient of this award. With an impressive coaching record and numerous accolades, including eight NJCAA Division II National Championships and seven NJCAA National Coach of the Year Awards, Coach Willis has demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to the welfare of student-athletes. His recognition as the first honoree of the Walter Hauck Award highlights his significant contributions to junior college athletics and the NJCAA.