Charlie Daniels once gave Satan a figurative lesson or two in the storyline of "The Devil Went Down To Georgia." Now Charlie's in line to be honored by an educational institution.

Cumberland University, in Lebanon, Tenn., plans to present Charlie and his wife, Hazel, with the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award during the college's commencement ceremony May 3. The award, named for a Southerner noted for his philanthropy during the 1800s, recognizes the recipient for work on behalf of the community.

"Charlie and Hazel Daniels have always championed service above self and have led truly inspiring lives," Cumberland President Harvill Eaton said.

"It is a very special thing to be honored by your friends and neighbors," Charlie countered.

It's something that's become familiar to Charlie in the past few months. He was added to the Grand Ole Opry earlier this year, Country Radio Broadcasters presented him a Career Achievement Award, and the State of Tennessee gave him a certificate of merit during a party celebrating his 50th anniversary in the music business.