2012 Ernest W., Burgess Award
Rand D. Conger, University of California, Davis

Purpose:

The award is given in memory of Ernest W. Burgess, University of Chicago, NCFR co-founder and fourth president.  Dr. Burgess was a pioneer in his contributions to marriage and family research in America. The award recognizes outstanding scholarly achievement during the course of a career in the study of families. The recipient is chosen in recognition of continuous and meritorious contributions to theory and research in the family field.

Award (Plaque, Money, Recognition, etc.):

The award winner receives a $1,000 cash award, up to $750 in travel allowance, and a plaque. Award is presented biannually (even years). The winner will present the Ernest Burgess Award Address during the annual conference (even years) and will commit first publication rights to the Journal of Marriage and Family.

Criteria:

• A superior research program designed and executed, as demonstrated by quality research
• Conceptual integration and achievement
• Codification of the field of inquiry
• New research dimensions(s) opened up
• New measurement instrument developed
•  New data collection or analysis technique developed

Nomination/Application Process:

• Nominations are sent from the members. In the event there are no nominations from the members, the committee chair will compile biographies from the pool of candidates from previous years, and send these materials to the other committee members.
• Committee members suggest additional names and include a one paragraph resume of biographical facts and major works of each suggested candidate.
• Candidates return vitas to committee chair.

Deadline for Application:

Application deadline is May 1st.  All materials may be submitted electronically to jeannestrand@ncfr.org.