A complete nomination package consists of the following:
A nomination letter containing the nominator’s name, title, institution, contact information and a one-sentence citation stating how the nominee meets the selection criteria and detailing the nominee's significant contributions to the ocean sciences particularly through outstanding leadership or service. Letterhead is preferred.
The nominee’s curriculum vitae, that includes the candidate’s name, address, email, history of employment, degrees, research experience, honors, memberships and service to the community (committee work, advisory boards, etc.).
One additional letter of support (separate from the nomination letter) with the supporter’s name, title, institution and contact information. Letters from individuals not currently or recently associated with the candidate’s institution of graduate education or employment are encouraged. Letterhead is preferred.
2024 Review Timeline
- 17 January: Nomination period Opens
- 27 March: Nomination period Closes
- 22 April - 3 June: Selection committees review nominations
- 10 June: Section Award selection committees' recommendation reports are due
- 10 - 17 June: Section Presidents reviewing Section Award Committee recommendation reports
- 21 June: Deadline for Section Presidents to approve recommendations for the 2024 Section Award recipients
- TBD September: 2024 Section Awards recipients announced