Awards of Professional Distinction are given at each commencement to persons who have made important contributions to their profession.
Awarded to outstanding young faculty-rank or equivalent level researchers, one in each of the three disciplinary categories: Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences & Engineering, and Life Sciences.
Recognizes a University of Missouri System faculty member who demonstrates commitment, dedication, and effectiveness in advancing the land-grant mission through extension, international education, and agricultural economics programs.
Fellows can expect to become conversant in the operations and processes of the U.S. Department of State or USAID and will complement and enhance existing staff while being provided the opportunity to contribute their expertise on teams managing rapidly evolving foreign policy and international development issues.
The Thomas Jefferson Award recognizes faculty who rise above excellence and demonstrate clear distinction in teaching, research, writing, creative activities and service to the University of Missouri System and humankind.
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