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fundamental importance to understanding the history of the
geological sciences. Achievements deserving of the award
include, but are not limited to, publication of papers or books
that contribute new and profound insights into the history of
geology based on original research or a synthesis of existing
knowledge. Nominators and nominees do not have to be
members of the Division or of GSA. The nomination packet
should include (1) a letter detailing the contributions that
warrant the award; (2) the nominee’s current curriculum
vitae, including name, title, affiliation, education, degrees,
honors and awards, and major career events.
• Gerald M. and Sue T. Friedman Distinguished Service
Award: Nominations due 15 February; send materials to
Kathleen Lohff, kathylohff@msn.com. This award is pre-
sented for exceptional service in advancing the knowledge of
the history and philosophy of the geological sciences.
Nominators and nominees do not have to be members of the
Division or of GSA. Service to the history and philosophy of
geology may include, but is not limited to, the discovery of
and making available rare source materials; comprehensive
bibliographic surveys; organizing meetings and symposia on
the history and philosophy of geology; and exceptional ser-
vice to the Division. The nomination packet should include
(1) a letter detailing the contributions that warrant the award;
and (2) the nominee’s current curriculum vitae including
name, title, affiliation, education, degrees, honors and
awards, and major career events.
• History and Philosophy of Geology Student Award:
Nominations due 15 June; send materials to Kathleen Lohff,
kathylohff@msn.com. This award, in the amount of
US$1,000, recognizes excellence in a student paper to be
given at GSA’s Annual Meeting. Awards may also be given
for second place. Oral presentations are preferred. Faculty
advisors may be listed as second author, but not as the lead
author of the paper. The proposed paper may be (1) on the
history or philosophy of geology; or (2) a literature review of
ideas for a technical work or thesis/dissertation; or (3) some
imaginative aspect of the history or philosophy of geology we
have not thought of before. Students should submit an
abstract of their proposed talk and a 1,500–2,000 word pro-
spectus. The awards committee will assist the winner(s) with
an abstract to facilitate presentation according to GSA stan-
dards. Currently enrolled undergraduates and graduate stu-
dents are eligible, as are students who received their degrees
at the end of the fall or spring terms immediately preceding
GSA’s annual meeting. It is open to all students regardless of
discipline, provided the proposed paper is related to the his-
tory or philosophy of a geological idea or person.
HYDROGEOLOGY DIVISION
community.geosociety.org/hydrodivision
Nominations for the following four awards are due 1 February;
send materials to gsa.hydro.nominations@gmail.com. Questions
should be directed to the appropriate committee chair (commu-
nity.geosociety.org/hydrodivision/aboutus/committees).
• The O.E. Meinzer Award recognizes the author or authors
of a publication or body of publications that have signifi-
cantly advanced the science of hydrogeology or a closely
related field. The nomination must cite the publication(s) on
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which the nomination is based and describe the role of the
publication(s) in advancing hydrogeology or a closely related
discipline. Inclusion of up to three additional third-party
letters in support of the nomination is encouraged. More
information: community.geosociety.org/hydrodivision/
awards/meinzer.
• The George Burke Maxey Distinguished Service Award
will be made in recognition of distinguished personal service
to the hydrogeology profession and to the Hydrogeology
Division, based on a history of sustained creditable service.
The recipient must be a member of the Hydrogeology
Division and not have previously received the award. Please
submit a letter of nomination that describes the distinguished
service that warrants the nomination. Supporting letters are
helpful but not required. More information: community
.geosociety.org/hydrodivision/awards/serviceaward.
• The Kohout Early Career Award will be presented to a dis-
tinguished early career scientist (35 years of age or younger
throughout the year in which the award is to be presented or
within 5 years of receiving their highest degree or diploma)
for outstanding achievement in contributing to the hydrogeo-
logic profession through original research and service and for
the demonstrated potential for continued excellence through-
out their career. The nomination package must include (1) at
least one letter of nomination with a description of the sig-
nificant contributions or accomplishments; (2) a copy of the
nominee’s curriculum vitae with complete bibliography;
and (3) at least four supporting letters. More information:
community.geosociety.org/hydrodivision/awards/kohout.
• The Birdsall-Dreiss Distinguished Lecturer is selected
based on outstanding contributions to hydrogeology or a
closely related field through original research and public
communication, as well as a potential for continued contribu-
tions to the profession. To nominate, include at least one letter
of nomination, a copy of the nominee’s curriculum vitae, and
at least two supporting letters describing the significant con-
tributions or accomplishments constituting the basis for the
nomination. More information: community.geosociety.org/
hydrodivision/birdsall/about2017.
LIMNOGEOLOGY DIVISION
community.geosociety.org/limnogeologydivision
The Israel C. Russell Award is given for major achievements in
limnogeology through contributions in research, teaching, and
service. Nominations due 1 March. Documents in support of the
nomination, including (1) a letter describing the nominee’s accom-
plishments in the field of limnogeology (broadly defined and
including limnogeology, limnology, and paleolimnology), service
to students and teaching, and contributions to GSA; and (2) a cur-
riculum vitae, should be sent to David Finkelstein at finkelstein@
hws.edu. Although the nominee need not be a member of the
Limnogeology Division or GSA, they must have made valuable
contributions to the Society. The dossiers of nominees who did
not receive the award in any given year will be retained and con-
sidered for two succeeding years; thus, nominations are valid for
a total of three years. Updated information for carryover candi-
dates may be sent to the Division treasurer during the ordinary
call for nominations.