Charles L. Brewer Distinguished Teaching of Psychology Award
This award honors psychologists with outstanding, sustained contributions and innovation in psychology teaching, curriculum development, mentorship, and advancing psychology education.
Funder: American Psychological Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $3,000 total: $2,000 award + $1,000 travel stipend; one award annually
Summary: Recognizes a psychologist’s outstanding career contributions and sustained excellence in the teaching of psychology.
Key Information: No self-nominations permitted; nomination by a colleague is required.
Description
This award honors a psychologist who has demonstrated a significant and sustained career of exceptional teaching, innovation, and influence in psychology education. The program seeks to recognize individuals with a proven track record in classroom teaching, development of innovative curricula and teaching methods, mentorship, and broader impact on the field through research, training, and administrative leadership. Awardees are acknowledged for their direct teaching as well as their influence on students who become psychologists and contributions to advancing psychology education.
