[2000 Archive] Awards Convocation

awards

William L. Stewart, Jr. Awards
The William L. Stewart, Jr. Awards are presented to students who have made outstanding contributions to co-curricular activities and events during the preceding year at MIT. The awards are provided under a grant from the W. L. Stewart, Jr. Memorial Foundation in memory of Mr. Stewart, a member of the MIT Corporation from 1952 until his death in 1963.

Harold J. Pettegrove Award
The Harold J. Pettegrove Award is presented in recognition of outstanding service to intramural athletics.

Pewter Bowl Award
The Pewter Bowl Award is presented annually to a female senior who has shown the highest qualities of inspiration and leadership in contributing to women's athletics.

Admiral Edward L. Cochrane Award
The Admiral Edward L. Cochrane Award is presented annually to a male senior who has shown the highest qualities of humility, leadership, and inspiration in intercollegiate athletics.

Betsy Schumacker Award
The Betsy Schumacker Award is presented annually to an undergraduate woman for excellence in athletic competition.

Howard W. Johnson Award
The Howard W. Johnson Award is presented annually to the male senior athlete of the year.

Malcolm G. Kispert Awards
The Malcolm G. Kispert Awards are presented annually to the male and female senior scholar-athletes of the year.

James R. Killian, Jr. Community Service Award
The James R. Killian, Jr. Community Service Award is presented to the Interfraternity Council member organization with the most outstanding community service program.

Order of Omega New Member Education Award
The Order of Omega New Member Education Award was created in 1993 to recognize the Interfraternity Council member organization that has implemented the most outstanding pledge/new member education program. Programs are evaluated on their effectiveness in providing positive support to their new members during their first year at MIT and preparing them for full membership in their respective organizations.

Reid Weedon '41 Alumni Relations Award
The Reid Weedon '41 Alumni Relations Award is presented to the Interfraternity Council member organization that has promoted the greatest interactions between its members and alumni.

Frederick Gardiner Fassett, Jr. Awards
The Frederick Gardiner Fassett, Jr. Awards are presented annually to the male and female members of the Interfraternity Council who have unselfishly demonstrated the qualities of spirit, dedication, and service in furthering the ideals of MIT fraternity brotherhood and sisterhood.

Irwin Sizer Award for the Most Significant Improvement in MIT Education
The Irwin Sizer Award is presented to any member or group in the Institute Community to honor significant innovations and improvements in MIT education. The award is named in honor of Irwin W. Sizer, Dean of the Graduate School from 1967 -1975.

Frank E. Perkins Award
The Frank E. Perkins Award is given each year to a professor who has served as an excellent advisor and mentor for graduate students. The award is named in honor of Frank E. Perkins, Dean of the Graduate School from 1983-1995.

Graduate Student Council Teaching Awards
The Graduate Student Council Teaching Awards are given each year to one professor or teaching assistant from each school, for excellence in teaching a graduate level course.

Goodwin Medal
The Goodwin Medal is presented to a graduate student in recognition of conspicuously effective teaching. The award is given in memory of Harry Manley Goodwin, the first Dean of the Graduate School at MIT.

Everett Moore Baker Memorial Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching
The Everett Moore Baker Memorial Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching is presented to faculty members, in recognition of exceptional interest and ability in the instruction of undergraduates. The award is given in memory of Everett Moore Baker, Dean of Students from 1947-1950.

Bose Award for Excellence in Teaching
The Bose Award for Excellence in Teaching was established in 1990 by the School of Engineering to recognize outstanding contributions to undergraduate education by members of its faculty. The award stands as a tribute to one of the School's finest teachers, Dr. Amar Bose, Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and founder of the Bose Corporation.

Arthur C. Smith Award
The Arthur C. Smith Award was established in 1996 on the occasion of Dean Smith's retirement from the position of Dean for Undergraduate Education and Student Affairs. The award honors the service of Dean Smith and is presented to a member of the MIT faculty for meaningful contributions and devotion to undergraduate student life at MIT.

Kristen E. Finnegan Prize
The Kristen E. Finnegan Prize recognizes the contribution of a graduate student to the Institute's effort in helping undergraduates to improve their writing skills. This award was established in memory of Kristen E. Finnegan, a graduate student in Architecture and an outstanding teacher of writing, both as the Writing Requirement reader for the Department of Architecture and as a Graduate Fellow teaching in the Writing Practicum.

Albert G. Hill Prize
The Albert G. Hill Prize is awarded to minority juniors or seniors who have maintained high academic standards and have made continued contributions to improvement of the quality of life for minorities at MIT.

Laya W. Wiesner Award
The Laya W. Wiesner Award is presented to an undergraduate woman who has most enhanced MIT community life. The award honors Mrs. Wiesner for her contributions to women's activities at MIT. The MIT Women's League, in cooperation with women faculty members, has established an endowment fund to provide this annual award.

Ronald E. McNair Scholarship Award
The Ronald E. McNair Scholarship, established in Dr. McNair's honor by the Black Alumni/ae of MIT, recognizes a Black undergraduate who has demonstrated strong academic performance and who has made a considerable contribution to the minority community. Well known for his involvement in the MIT and surrounding community, Dr. Ronald E. McNair (Ph. D. '77) was a physicist and astronaut. He died in the space shuttle Challengerexplosion.

Association of MIT Alumnae (AMITA) Senior Academic Award
The Association of MIT Alumnae (AMITA) Senior Academic Award is presented to an outstanding senior woman who has demonstrated the highest level of academic excellence through her coursework and related professional activities at MIT.

Louis Sudler Prize in the Arts
The Louis Sudler Prize in the Arts is presented to the graduating senior who has demonstrated excellence or the highest standards of proficiency in music, theater, painting, sculpture, design, architecture, or film. The prize is awarded from a fund established by Louis Sudler, arts patron and performer from the Chicago area.

Laya and Jerome B. Wiesner Awards
The Laya and Jerome B. Wiesner Awards are presented to students, living groups, organizations, or activities for achievement in the creative arts and in the performing arts. The awards honor Dr. and Mrs. Wiesner for their contributions to the arts at MIT. The Council for the Arts at MIT has established an endowment fund to provide these awards.

Harold and Arlene Schnitzer Prize in the Visual Arts
The Harold and Arlene Schnitzer Prize in the Visual Arts is presented annually by the Student Art Association to three MIT students who demonstrate excellence in creating a body of work in the visual arts. This award was established through the generosity of Arlene and Harold Schnitzer, a member of the Class of 1944.

Priscilla King Gray Award for Public Service
The Priscilla King Gray Award was established by the Undergraduate Association in cooperation with the Public Service Center. It recognizes an undergraduate exceptionally committed to public service at MIT and its surrounding communities. The recipient of this award clearly demonstrates a personal dedication to social change, prolonged and in depth involvement, and initiative in a leadership capacity. The award honors the inspirational contributions Priscilla King Gray has made to public service at MIT.

James N. Murphy Award
The James N. Murphy Award is presented to an employee of the Institute whose spirited contributions to the Institute family have won a place in the hearts of students.

Gordon Y Billard Award
The Gordon Y Billard Award is presented to a member of the faculty, non-faculty employee, or one not necessarily affiliated with the Institute, for special service of outstanding merit performed for the Institute. The Award is made from a fund established by Gordon Y Billard, a member of the Class of 1924.

Karl Taylor Compton Prizes
The Karl Taylor Compton Prizes are presented to students in recognition of outstanding contributions in promoting high standards of achievement and good citizenship within the MIT community. The awards are made in honor of Dr. Karl Taylor Compton, President of MIT from 1930-48, through gifts from members and friends of the Boston Stein Club.

For information on the 2000 Awards contact: awards@mit.edu

	William L. Stewart, Jr. Awards The William L. Stewart, Jr. Awards are presented to students who have made outstanding contributions to co-curricular activities and events during the preceding year at MIT. The awards are provided under a grant from the W. L. Stewart, Jr. Memorial Foundation in memory of Mr. Stewart, a member of the MIT Corporation from 1952 until his death in 1963.
	Harold J. Pettegrove Award The Harold J. Pettegrove Award is presented in recognition of outstanding service to intramural athletics.
	Pewter Bowl Award The Pewter Bowl Award is presented annually to a female senior who has shown the highest qualities of inspiration and leadership in contributing to women's athletics.
	Admiral Edward L. Cochrane Award The Admiral Edward L. Cochrane Award is presented annually to a male senior who has shown the highest qualities of humility, leadership, and inspiration in intercollegiate athletics.
	Betsy Schumacker Award The Betsy Schumacker Award is presented annually to an undergraduate woman for excellence in athletic competition.
	Howard W. Johnson Award The Howard W. Johnson Award is presented annually to the male senior athlete of the year.
	Malcolm G. Kispert Awards The Malcolm G. Kispert Awards are presented annually to the male and female senior scholar-athletes of the year.
	James R. Killian, Jr. Community Service Award The James R. Killian, Jr. Community Service Award is presented to the Interfraternity Council member organization with the most outstanding community service program.
	Order of Omega New Member Education Award The Order of Omega New Member Education Award was created in 1993 to recognize the Interfraternity Council member organization that has implemented the most outstanding pledge/new member education program. Programs are evaluated on their effectiveness in providing positive support to their new members during their first year at MIT and preparing them for full membership in their respective organizations.
	Reid Weedon '41 Alumni Relations Award The Reid Weedon '41 Alumni Relations Award is presented to the Interfraternity Council member organization that has promoted the greatest interactions between its members and alumni.
	Frederick Gardiner Fassett, Jr. Awards The Frederick Gardiner Fassett, Jr. Awards are presented annually to the male and female members of the Interfraternity Council who have unselfishly demonstrated the qualities of spirit, dedication, and service in furthering the ideals of MIT fraternity brotherhood and sisterhood.
	Irwin Sizer Award for the Most Significant Improvement in MIT Education The Irwin Sizer Award is presented to any member or group in the Institute Community to honor significant innovations and improvements in MIT education. The award is named in honor of Irwin W. Sizer, Dean of the Graduate School from 1967 -1975.
	Frank E. Perkins Award The Frank E. Perkins Award is given each year to a professor who has served as an excellent advisor and mentor for graduate students. The award is named in honor of Frank E. Perkins, Dean of the Graduate School from 1983-1995.
	Graduate Student Council Teaching Awards The Graduate Student Council Teaching Awards are given each year to one professor or teaching assistant from each school, for excellence in teaching a graduate level course.
	Goodwin Medal The Goodwin Medal is presented to a graduate student in recognition of conspicuously effective teaching. The award is given in memory of Harry Manley Goodwin, the first Dean of the Graduate School at MIT.
	Everett Moore Baker Memorial Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching The Everett Moore Baker Memorial Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching is presented to faculty members, in recognition of exceptional interest and ability in the instruction of undergraduates. The award is given in memory of Everett Moore Baker, Dean of Students from 1947-1950.
	Bose Award for Excellence in Teaching The Bose Award for Excellence in Teaching was established in 1990 by the School of Engineering to recognize outstanding contributions to undergraduate education by members of its faculty. The award stands as a tribute to one of the School's finest teachers, Dr. Amar Bose, Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and founder of the Bose Corporation.
	Arthur C. Smith Award The Arthur C. Smith Award was established in 1996 on the occasion of Dean Smith's retirement from the position of Dean for Undergraduate Education and Student Affairs. The award honors the service of Dean Smith and is presented to a member of the MIT faculty for meaningful contributions and devotion to undergraduate student life at MIT.
	Kristen E. Finnegan Prize The Kristen E. Finnegan Prize recognizes the contribution of a graduate student to the Institute's effort in helping undergraduates to improve their writing skills. This award was established in memory of Kristen E. Finnegan, a graduate student in Architecture and an outstanding teacher of writing, both as the Writing Requirement reader for the Department of Architecture and as a Graduate Fellow teaching in the Writing Practicum.
	Albert G. Hill Prize The Albert G. Hill Prize is awarded to minority juniors or seniors who have maintained high academic standards and have made continued contributions to improvement of the quality of life for minorities at MIT.
	Laya W. Wiesner Award The Laya W. Wiesner Award is presented to an undergraduate woman who has most enhanced MIT community life. The award honors Mrs. Wiesner for her contributions to women's activities at MIT. The MIT Women's League, in cooperation with women faculty members, has established an endowment fund to provide this annual award.
	Ronald E. McNair Scholarship Award The Ronald E. McNair Scholarship, established in Dr. McNair's honor by the Black Alumni/ae of MIT, recognizes a Black undergraduate who has demonstrated strong academic performance and who has made a considerable contribution to the minority community. Well known for his involvement in the MIT and surrounding community, Dr. Ronald E. McNair (Ph. D. '77) was a physicist and astronaut. He died in the space shuttle Challengerexplosion.
	Association of MIT Alumnae (AMITA) Senior Academic Award The Association of MIT Alumnae (AMITA) Senior Academic Award is presented to an outstanding senior woman who has demonstrated the highest level of academic excellence through her coursework and related professional activities at MIT.
	Louis Sudler Prize in the Arts The Louis Sudler Prize in the Arts is presented to the graduating senior who has demonstrated excellence or the highest standards of proficiency in music, theater, painting, sculpture, design, architecture, or film. The prize is awarded from a fund established by Louis Sudler, arts patron and performer from the Chicago area.
	Laya and Jerome B. Wiesner Awards The Laya and Jerome B. Wiesner Awards are presented to students, living groups, organizations, or activities for achievement in the creative arts and in the performing arts. The awards honor Dr. and Mrs. Wiesner for their contributions to the arts at MIT. The Council for the Arts at MIT has established an endowment fund to provide these awards.
	Harold and Arlene Schnitzer Prize in the Visual Arts The Harold and Arlene Schnitzer Prize in the Visual Arts is presented annually by the Student Art Association to three MIT students who demonstrate excellence in creating a body of work in the visual arts. This award was established through the generosity of Arlene and Harold Schnitzer, a member of the Class of 1944.
	Priscilla King Gray Award for Public Service The Priscilla King Gray Award was established by the Undergraduate Association in cooperation with the Public Service Center. It recognizes an undergraduate exceptionally committed to public service at MIT and its surrounding communities. The recipient of this award clearly demonstrates a personal dedication to social change, prolonged and in depth involvement, and initiative in a leadership capacity. The award honors the inspirational contributions Priscilla King Gray has made to public service at MIT.
	James N. Murphy Award The James N. Murphy Award is presented to an employee of the Institute whose spirited contributions to the Institute family have won a place in the hearts of students.
	Gordon Y Billard Award The Gordon Y Billard Award is presented to a member of the faculty, non-faculty employee, or one not necessarily affiliated with the Institute, for special service of outstanding merit performed for the Institute. The Award is made from a fund established by Gordon Y Billard, a member of the Class of 1924.
	Karl Taylor Compton Prizes The Karl Taylor Compton Prizes are presented to students in recognition of outstanding contributions in promoting high standards of achievement and good citizenship within the MIT community. The awards are made in honor of Dr. Karl Taylor Compton, President of MIT from 1930-48, through gifts from members and friends of the Boston Stein Club.