Purpose

To bring to the University of Manitoba distinguished individuals who are making outstanding contributions in particular fields deemed to be of significance to the University community.

Criteria

In keeping with the title of the awards the main criterion will be the distinction of the candidate. The Committee will, in general, give priority to proposals for distinguished visitors who will give at least one public lecture that is of wide interest to the University at large. It is also expected that while the visitors are at the University they will conduct seminars or workshops with staff and students and be available for consultation with them. While recognizing the desirability of inviting individuals of broad interest in recommending awards, the Committee will attempt to respond to proposals that identify such individuals in as wide a variety of areas in the University as is possible. The Committee will not consider requests for support of visitors who are coming to the University as part of a program or lecture series.

Proposals

Nominations will be accepted from individuals or groups within or associated with the University. Each nomination should be accompanied by:

1. a current curriculum vitae for the nominee;
   
   
2. a supporting statement from the nominator(s), giving, in particular, reasons for support of the nominee proposed;
   
   
3. the proposed format of the visit, e.g. type of lectures, seminars or other activities, and probable dates for the visit;
   
   
4. a suggestion as to suitable honorarium and an estimate of total travel and living expenses involved;
   
   
5. statements from others supporting the nomination;
   
   
6. indicate what other sources of support have been applied for, or received for this candidate.

Length of Stay

It is expected that a typical visit would last 3 to 5 days although the Committee will consider alternative proposals.

Honorarium, Living Expenses and Travel

In addition to travel and living expenses, each award will support an honorarium. Honoraria will vary depending on length of stay. The Committee will consider requests for honoraria ranging to a maximum of $500 per diem.

Number to be Supported

The Committee expects that five to eight awards will be given each year.

Publicity

A separate allocation will be provided to the University Relations and Information Office to place an advertisement in the Winnipeg dailies announcing the public lecture. Organizers are responsible for posters, brochures, individual invitations, etc.

Facilities

Lecture locations and appropriate audio-visual equipment will be the responsibility of the hosts. The Committee suggests that appropriate University departments, such as the Instructional Media Centre, be contacted to review these requirements.

Final Report

The Committee will request that a report be forwarded to it at the conclusion of each visit. Guidelines for the preparation of the report will be sent to the hosts.