Radford University
Awards
President Douglas Covington and Bea Covington
Annual Bea Covington Award
The award was established in 2006 to honor the late wife of former President Douglas Covington. The award is given to a person who exemplifies the character and spirit of Mrs. Covington. Individuals are nominated by their colleagues and, according to award guidelines, “consistently demonstrate a positive attitude, are fun to be around and treat others with dignity, respect and kindness.”