The award is a Colby captain's chair. The recipient is selected by a member of the high school staff, such as a guidance counselor. The award is a book with a Colby or Maine connection, and a bookplate is placed on the inside front cover. The award is presented at the annual C Club brunch or dinner, which is held each spring. The selection is made by the Athletic Committee of the Alumni Council and the Colby C Club.
Final selection is made at the fall meeting of the committee.
The award is a clock with an engraved plaque. This award is presented periodically, but not necessarily annually, during Reunion Weekend to an alumnus or alumna within 25 years of graduation for extraordinary service to Colby as demonstrated by sustained dedication to and leadership in the support of the College and the achievement of its missions and goals. Nominations come to the committee from the alumni body at large, from a nomination form placed in Colby magazine, from the Colby website, and from the development and alumni relations staff. The award is a Colby captain's chair, with an engraved plaque, and a citation. The recipient should clearly stand out from others in his or her devoted service to the College.