The Ragnar E. Onstad Service to Society Award:

The Ragnar E. Onstad Memorial Fund was established to recognize teachers of engineers who have been leaders in contributing to the solution of society's problems. The Ragnar E. Onstad Service to Society Award supported by this fund is a symbolic reminder of Mr. Onstad's devotion, integrity, and application of knowledge for the advancement of society. The award recognizes and rewards those in the College of Engineering who have made significant contributions to society through the application of engineering principles.

Any technological advancement / application contributing to the betterment of society will be considered.

The award itself is a specially cast medallion and a stipend presented annually.

Eligibility

1. Nominees must be full-time employees in the College of Engineering. Faculty and academic staff are eligible.
2. Previous recipients of this award are ineligible for the same accomplishments.

Procedure

The selection procedure will consist of two phases: nominations and finalists.

1. Each department in the College of Engineering must submit at least one candidate for the nomination process. Research centers or individuals who have firsthand knowledge of an individual's qualifications are encouraged to suggest candidates.
2. Nominations will be reviewed by the selection committee, which will select three finalists.
3. Departments, center directors, or individuals will be notified by the committee if their nominee has been selected as a finalist. Complete finalist packets will be requested at that time.
4. The selection committee will select the recipient from among the finalists.
5. Nominations will be kept on file for two years after the original nomination. Therefore, if a person nominated is not selected in the year that they were first nominated, they will be considered a nominee in the following two years.

Information to Accompany Nominations

Nominations may be submitted via email to Diane Randall at drandall@engr.wisc.edu .

1. One or two paragraphs describing the candidate's engineering-related activities that have served society. This service should be distinct from the nominee's obligatory academic function or University employment and have demonstrable benefit to society. Conducting good research alone and performing outstanding teaching alone do not qualify.
2. Names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three references who are familiar with the candidate's contributions.

Information to be Included in Finalist Packets

**Required only for candidates advancing to the finalist stage**

An original and seven copies of the finalist packet must be submitted to the Dean's Office, Attn: Diane Randall, 2610 Engineering Hall

1. Curriculum vitae for the finalist, including academic degrees (when and where received), professional/technical society memberships, awards, years of service at the University, and other pertinent information.
2. Description and evaluation of the finalist's service to society.
3. Names and phone numbers of at least three, but not to exceed six, persons familiar with the finalist's contributions to society. Letters of support are welcome.

Selection Committee

The selection committee is composed of the last four available recipients of the award and Larry Olsen, President of Research Products Corporation.

The award will be presented at the annual Spring Appreciation Celebration. The recipient will also be recognized at the Engineers' Day Banquet.

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