Eligibility

Women faculty at the level of assistant professor or equivalent, in a basic science or clinical science department at the KU School of Medicine, and in good standing with the KU Medical Center are eligible.

The candidate must exhibit evidence of:

• Success as a role model for women faculty, non-faculty, trainees and students
• Leadership at the university, regional, national or international level (e.g., development of clinic work, manuscripts, committees)
• Effort to influence or institute a positive cultural change regarding the careers of women faculty, non-faculty and staff members on the KU Medical Center campus
• A steadfast commitment to enhanced collaboration and productive relationships with faculty and staff at all levels of the medical center

Nomination Process

The call-for-nominations is sent out annually in the spring. The 2024 call-for-nominations closed on May 31, 2024. Award recipients will be announced at the August WIMS Annual Event. 

Two awards will be given - one to a basic scientist  (PhD) and one to a clinician (MD/DO). Each award will come with a $500 stipend for professional development