Howard R. Lamar Award for Mentoring

The Howard R. Lamar Award for Mentoring is awarded annually to a Western History Association member who has provided outstanding encouragement and support of the personal and professional development of students (high school, undergraduate, graduate) or early career scholars both outside and in the classroom. This prize was created in honor of the late Professor Howard R. Lamar, who was a past-President of the WHA and one of the organization's founding members, known for his generosity to colleagues, friends, and especially to his graduate students. Nominees should demonstrate high standards of integrity and ethical conduct while providing ongoing advice and guidance to assist students and early career scholars achieve intellectual and professional breakthroughs. All WHA members are eligible, but special consideration will be given to those who have not been President or won Lifetime Membership or Bakken Awards. Mentors beyond university and college faculty, such as independent scholars, editors, archivists, leaders of research centers, museums, historical societies, and granting agencies will also be considered for this award. The winner receives a $500 check and a certificate. Nominations should include a letter of nomination (no more than 2 pages), short testimonials (up to 5) from students and young scholars who directly benefitted from the nominee's time and efforts, and the nominee's CV. The total nomination should not exceed 10 pages (exclusive of CV).