Established in 2004, the LSU College of Science Hall of Distinction celebrates individuals who make significant contributions to science, business, academia, or government as well as to their community. Individuals do not have to be an LSU alumnus to be nominated for induction, but must have some connection to the College of Science.
Eligibility
All individuals including but not limited to alumni, emeritus faculty, and friends of the College who have made outstanding contributions to their profession and community, living or posthumously, and have had formative associations with the College of Science are eligible. No individual can be considered while an employee of the University. Consideration will be based on accomplishments across a career and include the interactions of the individual with the College or the University. There should be evidence of:
- an exceptional professional record,
- significant personal achievement,
- educational, professional, or service activities that provide a strong bond between the individual and the college, or
- strong integrity and humanitarianism.
Nominations
A nomination must be submitted to Kasi Davis, Development Services Coordinator, at sciencealumni@lsu.edu by October 22, 2021 for an individual to be considered for induction into the Hall of Distinction in the Spring of 2022. A nomination should include a 3-page (maximum) summary of the nominee’s achievements and impacts on the university. An optional 1-page cover letter may also be included. Additional materials, such as CVs, lists of publications, letters of support, etc., will not be considered by the selection committee. Therefore, any information from such documents that is essential should be included in the nomination or the cover letter. The Dean’s office will acknowledge receipt of the nomination and request the additional information required if needed by the selection committee.
If you have any questions about the process or the requirements, please contact either Ms. Davis (kdavis@lsufoundation.org) or Dr. Andrew Maverick, Associate Dean (maverick@lsu.edu).
Presentation of Honorees
The Dean will notify the individuals of their selection as a member of the Hall of Distinction. In the event the Honoree is deceased, a family member or friend will be notified. Induction ceremonies are held each year during the spring semester.
Honorees
Select year to view the biographies of the Hall of Distinction inductees.