June 1994, James Crouse was awarded the distinguished rocking chair--Lacquered and embossed U of D rocking chair award for faithful service (some assembly required). The chair is on display in his garage attached to his estate in greater Newark. Visitors are welcome between the hours of 10 and 10:30 AM, Mondays through Tuesdays.

Fall 1993, Lowest course evaluations in the history of the college, engraved plaque given.

Spring 1986, Prettiest syllabus on campus.

Spring 1988, Most typos in a test this year in the department.

Fall 1995, Least Cited Faculty Member in standard citation indexes for the humanities, social sciences, physical and biological sciences, and medicine.

Fall 1994, Highest Cholesterol (Total, not fractions) on Campus, award presented by the Program in Medical Technology. Award now known as the Lipid, like the Oscar. It is a 12" statue of a hog, carved in pure lard. Corporate sponsor: Crisco Products.

Spring 1993: Faculty Dental Hygiene Award. Best Flosser of the Year.

Fall 1993: Most Weight Gained Below The Neck Award.