Graduate students: Nominate outstanding faculty mentors

The Office of Graduate Education and Life invites current and former graduate students to nominate faculty who exhibit excellent mentorship in graduate research and/or creative work.

The award celebrates faculty members who have shown exceptional dedication to guiding and supporting graduate students throughout their academic journeys.

One finalist will be selected from each of the following Benedum Foundation categories:

• Physical sciences and technology

• Humanities and the arts

• Behavioral and social sciences

• Biosciences and health sciences

The recipient will receive a $2,500 award in recognition of their exceptional mentorship contributions.

Nominations close Jan. 30, 2026