Meg Simon, a member of the Middlebury College women’s hockey team, became the first student from the college and only the second athlete from the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) to receive the Hockey Humanitarian Award. The award was presented on April 10 during a ceremony at the Park MGM Ballroom in Las Vegas as part of the NCAA Men’s Frozen Four weekend.
The Hockey Humanitarian Award is given each year to recognize “college hockey’s finest citizen—a student-athlete who makes significant contributions not only to his or her team but also to his or her community through leadership in volunteerism.” Now in its 31st year, it highlights those who have shown exceptional commitment both on and off the ice.
Simon, an economics major, is known for her leadership and volunteering efforts within and beyond campus. Her activities include working with organizations such as the Middlebury Amateur Hockey Association, Special Olympics Vermont, and Yellow House Community. The latter provides safe residential housing and vocational opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
She was recently featured in The IX Sports for her achievements. In addition, Middlebury Athletics produced a profile highlighting Simon’s work as a student-athlete.
The recognition reflects both Simon’s personal dedication and Middlebury College’s broader emphasis on service within its athletic programs.
