Schwartz Award for Excellence in Mentoring and Education

Presentation of the 2025 Schwartz Award to Jean Bahr (left) by Don Rosenberry (right).

The Award

The Hydrogeology Division of the Geological Society of America invites nominations for the Schwartz Award. This award, first presented in 2023, is presented for Excellence in Mentoring and Education and honors noted American hydrogeologist Franklin W. Schwartz. 

The Schwartz Award for Excellence in Mentoring and Education will be considered annually in accordance with the bylaws of the Society. The award will be made to an individual (not multiple or group awardees) in recognition of distinguished personal service to the hydrogeology profession and to the Hydrogeology Division with respect to mentoring and education.

How To Nominate

Nominations for the Schwartz Award must include one letter of nomination describing the significant contributions or accomplishments constituting the basis for the nomination and a copy of the nominee’s curriculum vitae with complete bibliography. Supporting letters that add meaningfully to the nomination may also be included.  Nominations should not be revealed to anyone other than those providing supporting letters and the Award Committee, including the nominee. Nominations should be sent to gsa.hydro.nominations@gmail.com.


Submission Deadline

A complete nomination package must be received by February 1.


List of Schwartz Award Recipients