University of Memphis volleyball captain Altrese Hawkins was one of 30 Division I players from around the country selected as a candidate for the Senior CLASS Award.

To be eligible for the award, student-athletes must have demonstrated excellence in four areas: community, classroom, character and competition.

Triple majoring in chemistry, biology and psychology with a minor in Spanish, Altrese Hawkins is one of 24 of the 30 candidates who have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

The award stands for Celebrating Loyalty and Achievement for Staying in School.

Hawkins is a two-time, first-team All-Conference USA performer and has the fourth highest career kills in U of M history. Hawkins earned American Volleyball Coaches Association honorable mention All-American honors in 2010 and 2011 and the All-Midwest Region team in 2010.

When Hawkins is not in the classroom or the gym, she serves on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.

Hawkins’ post-graduation plans are to attend medical school.

The Senior CLASS award winners will be announced Dec. 13 and 15 in Louisville, Ky.