Bullock prize nomination period opens

October 14, 2015

University Relations

The University of Alaska Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2016 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence. The annual prize, established in 1989 with funds provided by Bullock, is the foundation’s most prestigious award.

The UA Foundation Board of Trustees gives the prize and $15,000 to an individual whose work has demonstrated excellence in support of the University of Alaska.

Any UA student, faculty, staff member or volunteer who has made a significant contribution to further the university’s mission of “inspiring learning, and advancing and disseminating knowledge through teaching, research and public service…” is eligible for the prize.

The deadline for complete nomination packets, including application, resume or CV, and letters of reference, is Dec. 1, 2015. Any material postmarked after midnight on the deadline date will be considered for the following year’s prize. Nominations may be mailed or electronically submitted.

For more information, please visit http://www.alaska.edu/foundation/scholarships-awards/grants-and-awards/.