Call for Nominations: ACM-W Rising Star Award 2024
We are delighted to announce the opening of nominations for the ACM-W Rising Star Award 2024! This prestigious award honors the outstanding contributions of women and non-binary individuals in computing who have made significant impacts early in their careers.
About the Award:
The ACM-W Rising Star Award recognizes exceptional women or non-binary individuals in computing whose early career research has left a lasting mark on the discipline. The recipient will receive a framed certificate and a $1,000 stipend and will be celebrated annually for their remarkable achievements. Special thanks to Andrea Goldsmith for her generous donation, which established this award.
Important Dates:
- Nominations Open: January 15th, 2024
- Nominations Close: March 31st, 2024
- Award Recipient Announced: May 31st, 2024
Eligibility Criteria:
- ACM Membership at the time of nomination
- Within 10 years of receiving the terminal degree
- No previous receipt of the Rising Star Award
- Open to all women (trans- or cis-women) and non-binary individuals in computing
- Applicants without recent commendations or awards recognizing their research or technical contributions will be given preference
Application Details:
- Application Form link at https://women.acm.org/awards/rising-star-award/
- Google Forms will be used (Google sign-in required)
- Alternatively, reach out to Standing Committee Chairs for a document version
Please find the selection criteria, required application materials, and FAQ information at https://women.acm.org/awards/rising-star-award/.
Contact Information:
For additional questions, please contact ACM-W Standing Committee Chairs:
- Bushra Anjum: bushra dot anjum at gmail.com
- My Thai: mythai at cise.ufl.edu
Nominate now and celebrate excellence in computing!