On May 1, 2024, the Arkansas Tech University Department of History and Political Science held its spring awards ceremony. During the event, Jeffrey C. Weaver was honored with the Thomas A. DeBlack Award. Dr. Kelly Jones, an associate professor of history, presented Weaver with his award.
The ceremony also saw various scholarships awarded to deserving students. Some of the recipients included Sabrina Asous, Madelyn Kate Belin, Jennifer Adams, Haley Greer, Maycie Hardy, Savanah Leigh, Reese Nietart, Gabrielle M. Stock, Emily A. Stolp, Ansley Washam