Funding and Selection

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 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.

While it may have to reconsider the matter in light of the proposals it receives, the Committee anticipates that the amount of each award would support an honorarium of up to $500. per diem, depending on the length of stay, in addition to travel and living expenses involved in the visit.  It expects that five to eight awards each year will be recommended.

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