Award criteria
The Faculty of Science established the Contribution to Science Award to honour and recognize significant service, contribution, and achievements of alumni. This prestigious award is bestowed upon alumni who demonstrate significant contribution(s) in one or more of the following areas, in recognition of their accomplishments:
- Contribution to the broader scientific community through discovery and breakthrough.
- This award might also consider proven and significant citizenship to the Faculty of Science. This may include, but is not limited to: Science promotion and outreach; Increasing the profile and accessibility of Science; Generating and supporting Science knowledge and awareness; Philanthropic support; Volunteering; Mentoring; Involvement with committees, boards, panels; and/or Advocacy.
Eligibility
Nominees must be a graduate of the University of Waterloo Faculty of Science undergraduate and/or graduate program(s).
This award can be bestowed upon either:
- An individual, company, organization, group, or foundation who has supported the Faculty of Science through their research and discovery.
OR - An individual, company, organization, group, or foundation who has advanced the field of science through discovery and breakthrough.
Nomination process
The Faculty of Science welcomes nominations for the Contribution to Science Award from alumni, students, staff, retirees and members of the public.
To nominate an alumnus for the Contribution to Science Award, a short online nomination form must be completed, including all mandatory fields, for an individual to be considered.
More information
See our list of Frequently asked questions to learn more about our Alumni Awards.
