The External Awards and Recognition Office supports University of Iowa faculty in pursuing awards and honors from organizations outside the university.
We partner with UI faculty, departments, and colleges to elevate faculty profiles on a national and international scale, enhancing the university's reputation and showcasing our faculty's achievements in research, creative scholarship, teaching, and service.
External awards and honors represent valuable opportunities for faculty to enhance their scholarly reputation, garner additional funding, and expand the impact of their work.
Our office provides tailored guidance and resources to align external award opportunities with faculty career goals.
Planning and Writing Successful NSF CAREER Grant Proposals
An NSF CAREER award application requires more than a standard NSF grant application. Join this session to learn how to create a highly competitive proposal by integrating a research and education plan. In this seminar, we talk about the basics of CAREER, planning your proposal, crafting a compelling overview, and more.
Featured External Awards
NAM Membership
Each year, the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) elects up to 90 new members from the United States, as well as up to 10 international members. Membership signifies the pinnacle of professional achievement and commitment to volunteer service in the activities of the NAM and the National Academies.
NEH Fellowships
National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowships are competitive awards supporting exceptional research and writing. Fellows receive up to $60,000 to pursue projects such as books, articles, digital materials, or critical editions. Open to scholars across disciplines, these six to twelve-month fellowships provide time for focused research.
AAAS Fellows
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) honorary fellowships are bestowed upon members by their peers for their efforts to advance science or its applications. Eligibility for nomination requires an individual to have been a continuous member of AAAS for four years by the end of the calendar year in which they would be elected.
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Faculty Awards & Honors
Learn more about our exceptional faculty, which includes National Academy Members, Guggenheim Fellows, and national and international award winners.