The Utah Science Technology and Research Initiative is now accepting nominations for the 32nd Annual Governor’s Medals for Science and Technology.
Established in 1987, the Governor’s Medal for Science and Technology is the highest civilian award bestowed by the State of Utah to residents who have provided distinguished service or made significant contributions to Utah in scientific and technological fields. A panel of industry experts and educators review the nominations prior to making their recommendations to Gov. Gary R. Herbert.
The awards honor those who have made an impact across their careers and highlight accomplishments in 2018. Following the final selection of the awardees, Gov. Gary R. Herbert will present the awards at a ceremony at the Utah Technology Innovation Summit scheduled for Apr. 1, 2019.
Individuals, organizations, and institutions whose efforts have made a significant contribution to the fields of science and technology within the Beehive State are eligible to receive a Governor’s Medals for Science and Technology. Categories in which nominations are welcome include:
- K-12 Education, for an individual who has made a notable contribution in elementary and secondary school education in Utah in the fields of science, STEM, engineering, or technology
- Academic/Research, for an individual at Utah’s higher education institutions who distinguished themselves in the field of science, engineering or other deep technologies
- Industry, for an individual or company who/that has made notable achievements in the field of science, engineering or other deep technologies
Nominees must have demonstrated important contributions in the fields of science, research, STEM education, or in deep technology industry. Previous award recipients and current members of the medals review committee are not eligible for nomination.
A one-page nomination form is available for download online at governorsmedals.ustar.org.
Utah residents or organizations may submit completed nomination forms by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 19. Nominations may be submitted online, emailed to [email protected], or mailed to USTAR, attn. Science Medals, 111 S. Main Street, Suite 550, Salt Lake City, UT 84111.
