Recognition of the highest achievement in graduate research based on non-thesis graduate research/creative activity projects required for a degree program and completed between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31 the prior year. Eligibility: Graduate degree-seeking candidates who completed the research/creative activity as part of the requirements for the graduate degree during the dates specified. Your nomination packet should include • Letter of nomination from the graduate faculty mentor noting the significance and quality of the work. • Written abstract of the project not to exceed 300 words which describes the project and its significance. The abstract must include the title of the project, the name of the degree program, and the name of the author. • One-page resume of the nominee • Copy of the project, which may be submitted as a text file if the project is a written document; as image(s) if artwork; or as a media/video file if the project is a recital/performance/presentation.