Graduate students who are actively pursuing a degree in one of the graduate programs within the Medical School and who have participated in teaching as a teaching assistant, lecturer, or tutor are eligible to compete for the Graduate Student Award for Excellence in Teaching. Nominees must demonstrate

effectiveness and creativity as a teacher;
effective interactions with students—both in- and outside the classroom; and
potential for continued growth as a scholar and teacher.

Nominations may originate from directors, department chairs, program directors, faculty, and/or students. No more than two nominations from any given department or program will be accepted or considered. Up to two awards of $500 each will be made at the annual Fall Gathering on September 13, 2001.

Each nomination should include

a one-page cover sheet indicating the nominee’s name, department, mentor, and name of the award for which nominated (pick up cover sheets from department student services representatives or the Program in Biomedical Sciences; 2960 Taubman Medical Library);
a nomination letter from the department chair, course director, or graduate program director, describing the teaching and scholarly potential for the nominee. The nomination letter should emphasize any unusual or innovative approaches used in the classroom and should outline the characteristics that make this nominee stand out as a teacher.
letters of support (no more than 5 total) from faculty, administrators,
and/or peers;
copies of graduate transcripts from the University of Michigan.
a one-page statement from the nominated candidate describing his/her perspective on teaching.

A faculty committee will review the nominations and determine the recipient(s).

Please submit original materials and five (5) completed copies to the Program in Biomedical Sciences; 2960 Taubman Medical Library / 0619. All application packets must be received no later than August 1, 2001. For questions, please contact Patti Mackmiller, Assistant Director, PIBS; 2960 Taubman Medical Library; 647-7005.

Overall Excellence in Research and Service

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Any graduate student who is actively pursuing a degree in one of the graduate programs within the Medical School can be nominated for the Graduate Student Award for Overall Excellence in Research and Service. The criteria for nomination include

scientific excellence, as judged by publications, academic record, or other forms of recognition for scientific accomplishment. (Copies of any publications should be included with the nomination); and
service to the University and/or its community—through various committees, events management, and outreach activities.

Nominations may originate from faculty or peers (students or post-docs). Up to two awards of $500 each will be made at the annual Fall Gathering on September 13, 2001.

Each nomination should contain

a one-page cover sheet indicating the nominee’s name, department, mentor, and name of the award for which nominated (pick up cover sheets from department student services representatives or the Program in Biomedical Sciences; 2960 Taubman Medical Library);
a nomination letter, describing the accomplishments and service demonstrated by the nominee—and the benefits such assistance has had.
letters of support (no more than 5 total) from faculty, students, post-docs, or administrators;
copies of any relevant supporting documents;
copies of graduate transcripts from the University of Michigan.

A faculty committee will review the nominations and determine the recipient(s).

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