The purpose of this study was to describe the educational profiles and career choices of former winners. In addition, each recipient was asked to identify influences on his/her decision to participate in the research experience. (CW)

The National Science Foundation (NSF) first announced the Presidential Young Investigator (PYI) awards program in January 1983 as part of the Fiscal Year 1984 budget submitted by the President to Congress. This program addresses the growing faculty shortages in highly competitive fields of engineering and science. The PYI awards represent a…

To encourage and recognize student academic achievement, the faculty of Natural and Social Sciences, State University College at Buffalo, sponsors a grant program to fund student-initiated research. The program and related projects, including a reception and publicity for achievers, are described. Also discussed are program fund-raising and…

Discusses the availability of monetary prizes awarded to engineering students by professional societies, industrial associations, and individual companies. Listed are 26 awards, along with the number and amount of the award, the sponsor, the area of engineering the award addresses, the deadline for application, and the address and telephone…