In October 2018, Purdue President Mitch Daniels presented the Pinnacle Award to CE alumnus Jack Hockema (BSCE '68, MS Management '70) and his wife, Kay Hockema.

At Purdue University, one of the highest honors presented to donors is the President's Council Distinguished Pinnacle Award. This honor is bestowed on individuals or couples whose philanthropic contributions have made significant impact on University student and faculty programs, organizations and initiatives. The Pinnacle Award recognizes donors who have given more than $1 million.

Honoring Jack and Kay Hockema for their generosity with the President's Council Pinnacle Award. (From left): Dean of Engineering Mung Chiang, Purdue President Mitch Daniels, Kay Hockema, Jack Hockema