Faculty Recognition

Michigan State University conducts world-class research and creative activity, ranking as one of the top 100 research universities in the world. MSU research excellence has been recognized through institutional membership in the American Association of Universities (AAU) since 1961.

The university attracts and welcomes an international community of outstanding graduate students, postdoctoral associates, and faculty visitors to a broad range of highly ranked graduate programs, research centers, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

National and international faculty awards are an important component of institutional reputation. Each year, Michigan State University faculty members earn a variety of honors for their scholarly contributions. Some receive prizes and awards from learned societies or government agencies for specific work or career contributions.

Please review the curated lists of prestigious awards earned by your colleagues and consider those for which you might nominate others using the award application information.

Announcements

Recognizing an ‘Unstoppable Force’ in Research and Outreach

Oct 13, 2021

Michigan State University’s Artemis Spyrou was selected as a Fellow of the American Physical Society, a distinction recognizing researchers for significant and innovative contributions to physics.

Montgomery Recognized for Mentoring Efforts with Underrepresented Students

Oct 6, 2021

MSU's Beronda Montgomery, who has done significant work related to effective mentoring in research environments, is the recipient of the 2021 Mentoring Keynote Lecture Award from the American Society of Cell Biology (ASCB).

Bowman Edits Handbook on U.S. Education Law

Oct 6, 2021

Kristine Bowman, a Michigan State University expert in education law and policy, is the editor of a comprehensive new handbook for K-12 educators, policymakers and scholars.

Hasemann Named to Leadership Role to Advance Corporate Relations

Sep 28, 2021

One of Michigan State University’s leaders in entrepreneurship and innovation is now helping lead efforts to support a network of U.S. and international corporate relations professionals in academia, industry and government.

Yuan Wang: Understanding the Cause of Infertility

Sep 24, 2021

Each year, the National Science Foundation’s Faculty Early Career Development Program, or CAREER, awards grants to “early-career faculty who have the potential to serve as academic role models in research and education.” The following story is part of a series highlighting Michigan State University’s recipients of NSF’s 2021 CAREER grant awards.

Liu Recognized with World Sustainability Award

Sep 16, 2021

Jianguo “Jack” Liu, a University Distinguished Professor has been honored with the World Sustainability Award for his leadership in integrating the needs of both humans and nature and succeeding in having the work translated into policy and practice.

Cotrell Honored with Jack Breslin Distinguished Staff Award

Sep 14, 2021

Genevieve Cotrell, a Chemical Safety Officer in the Department of Environmental Health and Safety, was recently honored with the Jack Breslin Distinguished Staff Award.

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