Young Engineer of the Year (Rules)

• Award shall be for outstanding accomplishments in research, design, extension or other areas in the field of agricultural and biological engineering.
• Award will be presented at NABEC.
• May become candidate by being nominated by others.
• Instructions for Preparing Nominations:
• Award is given for outstanding contributions in research, education, design, extension and other areas in the field of agricultural and biological engineering.
• Nominee’s full name, title, professional affiliation and address
• Nominee’s date and place of birth.
• Educational record including schools attended, years, and degrees received.
• Membership in scientific and honorary societies.
• Description of other honors and awards.
• Membership and activities in social, civic, fraternal, and religious organizations. Include offices held and special recognitions.
• Professional record in chronological order.
• List significant published writings, including popular and technical articles. Emphasize those pertinent to the award.
• A statement not exceeding 500 words describing the scope and nature of achievements on which the recommendation is based:
• Professional character
• Professional influence
• Recognition by peers
• Why nominee deserves to receive award.
• Signature of those nominating the candidate.
• Support letters from at least three professionals who have intimate knowledge of candidate’s personal and professional records.
• The award shall consist of an appropriately engraved plaque.
• Principle Criteria for the award:
• The professional activities and accomplishments of the candidate and their contribution to the advancement of the profession.
• The personal character of the candidate and his influence in the enhancement of the profession, and for the good of their community and fellow man.
• Conditions for Eligibility:
• Must be member of NABEC
• Recipient must not have passed his/her 40^th birthday on July 1 of the year he/she is selected.
• Information submitted must show adequate evidence of the contributions of the candidate to the basic purpose for which the award is offered.
• The recipient must present himself/herself in person to receive the award.
• Recipient shall be selected by the awards committee appointed by the Chair.
• All nominations or entries shall be carried over and considered for three years after initial nomination has been submitted.