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ATHELSTAN SPILHAUS AWARD COMMITTEE
Committee members (2020-2021)
Name |
Institution |
Committee Role |
Simon Lamb |
Victoria University of Wellington |
Committee Chair |
Matthew Fillingim |
University of California Berkeley |
Member |
Carrie McDougall |
NOAA |
Member |
Gary Michelfedler |
Missouri State University |
Member |
Elisa Piispa |
Universidad Yachay Tech |
Member |
Leah Bland |
AGU |
Staff Partner; Program Manager, Honors |
Committee Charge
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Key initiatives
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1Review data from Spilhaus Award selection processes for the past years to determine if the program is achieving AGU’s relevant goals.
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2Examine and report on program data to determine whether the number and quality of AGU Spilhaus Award nominations are competitive.
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3Select the Spilhaus Award recipients
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4Recommend, implement, and evaluate strategies used to increase diversity of nominations.
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5Participate in training, orientations, and workshops on associated Honors and Recognition policies and processes.
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6Understand and commit to AGU’s Conflict of Interest policy and process.
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7Provide input and recommendations to the Honors and Recognition Committee on program improvements.
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8Partner with AGU leaders and staff, as well as other societies to resolve common issues among scientific communities’ rewards and recognition programs.