The University of Louisiana Monroe will proudly recognize CenturyTel as the 2008 recipient of the Hall of Distinction Award at Envision ULM on Nov. 13 at the Monroe Civic Center.

The Hall of Distinction award is the university's most prestigious, and recognizes individuals, companies or foundations that have given to ULM through a lifetime of distinction or exemplary service.

"CenturyTel's contributions to this university cannot be overstated," said ULM President James Cofer.

"Their generous support through the years has made an incalculable and lasting impact on the quality of student education at ULM," Cofer added. "The recent opening of the Clarke M. Williams Student Success Center is but one example of how CenturyTel consistently validates the role of higher education in northeast Louisiana."

The award is one of the highlights of the annual Envision ULM event, and all are welcome to join in the celebration. A limited number of tickets are available by contacting ULM's University Relations Department at 318-342-5440 or evans@ulm.edu.