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To expand interaction between professional historians and pre-University 
educators, the History of Science Society--among other things--has launched 
the HAZEN PRIZE for outstanding contributions to teaching the history of 
science. 
 
This is the first year of the award, which will be delivered at the HSS 
annual meeting in October 1998. The Prize committee has been looking for 
nominations and is setting a specially delayed deadline of mid-August. 
Those interested in making a nomination should contact: 
 
Prof Rich Kremer, Hazen Prize Subcommittee ([log in to unmask]) 
 
URGENTLY. He can provide information about nomination procedures. 
 
Description of the Joseph H. Hazen Education Prize 
 
"The prize is awarded in recognition of outstanding contributions to the 
teaching of History of Science.  Educational activities recognized by the 
award are to be construed in the broadest sense and should include but not 
be limited to the following:  classroom teaching (K-12, undergraduate, 
graduate or extended eductation), mentoring of young scholars, museum work, 
journalism, organization and administration of educational programs, 
educational research, innovation in the methodology of instruction, 
preparation of pedagogical materials, or public outreach through non-print 
media." 
 
The award is accompanied by a cash prize of $1000. 
 
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