Founders Award
Established in 2005, the 225th anniversary year of the Academy, this award honors individuals and institutions that have advanced the ideals of the founders of the Academy. Recipients embody the spirit of the founders – a commitment to intellectual inquiry, leadership, and active engagement.
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Recipients
2023
2007
2006
Robert Birgeneau, John L. Hennessy, and George Lucas.
Award press release
2005
John H. Bryan, Richard J. Franke, and Don Michael Randel.
Award press release