As part of the NCAA's Centennial Celebration, a panel consisting of college and university presidents, athletics directors, NCAA committee members, conference office representatives, SAAC representatives and NCAA staff determined the NCAA's 100 Most Influential Student-Athletes. Criteria used by the panel to formulate this list consisted of areas such as, but not limited to: participation at a NCAA member institution; professional accomplishments; academic achievement; athletic success; and the lasting effect and scope of their achievements. These individuals will be honored throughout the Centennial.