Student Awards

The Program in Materials Science and Engineering will present the following awards in the areas listed below in Spring 2024. Faculty must submit nominations by clicking on the links below. Nomination are due by or before 30 April 2024. You may submit questions to mats-advising@ucsd.edu.

  • Best Dissertation Award in Materials Science and Engineering
    The Best Dissertation Award in Materials Science and Engineering is presented to one student annually by the Program in Materials Science and Engineering at UC San Diego in recognition of their exceptional research. To be considered for this year's award, students must have their dissertation defense by the Spring 2024 graduation deadline (14 June 2024).
     
  • Outstanding Leadership in Instructional Support Award in Materials Science and Engineering
    The Outstanding Leadership in Instructional Support Award in Materials Science and Engineering is presented to Instructional Assistants whose student and instructor evaluations reflect an exemplary level of performance as Instructional Support. 
     
  • Community Service Award in Materials Science and Engineering
    The Community Service Award in Materials Science and Engineering recognizes an individual that has, on a volunteer basis, made exceptional contributions to the UC San Diego campus and the surrounding community, demonstrating their appreciation for the university and desire to help others.