[3][4] In 1979, he garnered All-SWC and unanimous All-American recognition.
[2][5][6] The Razorbacks had a 35–10–2 record during Kolenda's college career.
[7] They also won a share of the SWC title during Kolenda's senior year in 1979.
[2] On November 13, 2010, he was the honorary captain for the game against UTEP.
[8] He was inducted into the University of Arkansas Sports Hall of Honor in 2019.