1. The nominee, if an athlete, must have been out of Otterbein University at least five (5) years. Coaches, trainers, managers, cheerleaders, and any other persons who have made outstanding contributions or offered extraordinary service to Otterbein Athletics are eligible. In addition, alumni are eligible if they have made outstanding contributions or offered extraordinary service to athletics at Otterbein University after graduation.
2. The nominee must have demonstrated good citizenship both in school and after leaving the university.
3. Preference will be given to Otterbein University graduates, but the nominee does not necessarily have to be a graduate of Otterbein University.
4. If an athlete, the nominee must have earned two letters in one sport or one letter in two or more sports.
5. Coaches, athletic administrators or others nominated need not necessarily have been former students, but must have served the university for at least five (5) years and made contributions significant to the field of athletics.
6. If currently employed by the university, coaches and athletic administrators are eligible after twenty-five (25) years of service.
7. Nominations submitted will be considered every future year for induction.
8. The above criteria can be waived by the committee in extraordinary situations.
