Recipients of the College of IST's graduate student awards can be nominated by any member of the Penn State community. Each award includes a $500 honorarium.
Nominations are due by March 17 and should include both the nominee's current CV and a one-page letter that describes your reasons for supporting the student. You may also submit two additional documents, such as a copy of a published paper or additional letters of support.
College of IST Ph.D. Award for Research Excellence
This award recognizes a senior College of IST doctoral student who has completed outstanding research, scholarship, and/or creativity during their career. At the time of application, the student must have passed the comprehensive exam.
College of IST Award for Excellence in Teaching Support
This award honors a College of IST graduate student who served as a teaching assistant or instructional assistant and who exhibited exemplary commitment to student learning, reflective teaching practices, leadership, and professional growth as a teacher.
College of IST Rising Star Award
This award honors a junior College of IST graduate student who has completed outstanding research, scholarship, and/or creativity during their career. At the time of application, the awardee must not have passed the comprehensive exam.
