The Larry Larson Graduate Student Award for Leadership in Applied Entomology

Eligibility

The Larry Larson Graduate Student Award for Leadership in Applied Entomology, with an application deadline in June, offers numerous awards that vary in amount.

Description

The Larry Larson Graduate Student Award for Leadership in Applied Entomology recognizes Dr. Larry Larson's role as a leader and pioneer in insect management, and carries that legacy to the next generation of leaders in applied entomology. Gifts in honor and memory of him are a tribute to his tireless and lasting contributions to the science and practice of entomology. Only final-year master's students or first-year Ph.D. students are eligible. Applicants' research should address an applied entomological question. Also, students should have demonstrated and documented capability in the following areas: technical knowledge; communication; creativity; leadership; professionalism; a broad interest in entomology and science; and problem solving. Applicants must submit a brief summary of the student's research to include questions, rationale, methods, results and specific end-user benefits (to be written by the student); and two letters of recommendation demonstrating research impact or outcome, communications, creativity, and leadership. Please visit the award's website or contact the Entomological Society of America for more information.