The Louisiana Science Teachers Association has instituted a new award to honor the memory of the late Dr. William W.  Craig, Professor of Geology at the University of New Orleans.  Dr. Craig’s influence upon K-12 educators was profound, even though his area of work was that of a research scientist.  This award seeks to recognize University faculty members who like Dr. Craig, have reached out to K-12 educators and made a difference in their careers.  LSTA members are invited to share in the selection process by sending nominations of current LSTA members to LSTA for review by the Awards Committee.

The recipient may be a present two- or four-year college instructor who is a current member of LSTA and has been a member for a minimum of 3 years. 

 Composition of Award

The award consists of a formal citation, a $100 gift certificate and a complimentary one-year membership in LSTA.  The award will be presented at the LSTA convention.

 Types of Outstanding Services

Excellence of contribution to science education is the main criterion for selection of the recipient.  Among the types of outstanding services that are considered by the committee are:

• Unique or extraordinary contributions to the LSTA organization

• Documented work with K-12 educators over a significant period of time

• Active leadership in science education at local, state, or national level that directly benefits classroom teachers

• Focusing of public attention on the need for improvement of and support for science education.

• Direct and substantial contributions to the improvement of science education at any level.

One (1) original and four (4) copies of all materials and letters of support must be submitted in one envelope to:

 Failure to follow rules precisely will result in disqualification.