AUGUSTA – The Maine Women’s Hall of Fame will celebrate 19 years of honoring women at the Maine Women’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday, March 15, at the University of Maine at Augusta.

One or two nominees will be honored with a place in the Hall of Fame. Their photographs and citations will be displayed along with previous honorees who have each made a significant difference in the lives of other women. Organizations and individuals are encouraged to submit nominations of outstanding women for this honor.

The three criteria for selection are that the woman’s achievements have had a significant statewide impact, achievements significantly improved the lives of women in Maine and contributions have enduring value for women.

An independent panel of judges will review the nominations and select one or two inductees.

The opportunity for schools, businesses, individuals or organizations to nominate a woman for recognition is available through the next several weeks.

Nomination forms are available from Sally Ann Parks, chairwoman for Hall of Fame, PO Box 84, Hinckley, ME 04944, 453-6004 or e-mail Jeanne LaVance, [email protected].

Information is available at http://www.uma.edu/mwhof.html and www.bpwmaine.org. Completed nomination packets must be submitted by Saturday, Dec. 1.