Lee Assenheimer

Contemporary Era: 2001 Inductee

Assenheimer provided the top individual highlight in NU men's cross country history by winning both the 1964 and 1965 Big Ten championships. His outstanding performance also helped the Wildcats claim the 1965 team championship, the school's only men's cross country league title. The Wildcats also placed second at the 1965 NCAA Championships. For his efforts, Assenheimer received Northwestern's Frank Hill Award, given for dedication, leadership and loyalty.