Kent W. Hamlin Memorial Scholarship

The ANS Kent W. Hamlin Memorial Scholarship was established in 2010 to continue Kent’s support of the nuclear power industry.

Kent W. Hamlin (1948 – 2010) was widely recognized in the nuclear power industry—worldwide—for his exemplary contributions to the industry’s accredited, standardized training programs, his dedication to promoting the highest standards of safety, reliability, and excellence in plant operations, and his high personal standards, integrity, and consummate professionalism.

During his long career, Kent served in various leadership and executive roles that had a significant impact on the industry’s continuing improvements and successes. Through his unwavering commitment to plant operator training, he set high industry standards for effective operator licensing activities. Kent was a major contributor to the initial development and continuing success of the Conference on Nuclear Training and Education (CONTE).

Distinguished Nuclear Energy Service:

• US Nuclear Navy - Captain (retired) U.S. Naval Reserve
• Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO)
• World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO)
• International Atomic Energy Agency
• Nuclear Uniform Curriculum Program
• ANS Education, Training, and Workforce Development Division – Chair 2008
• CONTE – Chair 2009
• Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
• ANS Training Excellence Award 2009
• Licensed Professional Engineer (Nuclear)