Roy J. Shlemon Meeting Awards
The Roy J. Shlemon Meeting Awards support students in environmental and engineering geology to attend field trips and short courses at GSA meetings for hands-on scientific learning.
Funder: Geological Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award amount varies; typically supports meeting-related costs for students—see division page for details.
Summary: Supports undergraduate and graduate students to attend field trips and short courses at GSA annual and sectional meetings in environmental and engineering geology.
Description
The Roy J. Shlemon Meeting Awards, offered by the Geological Society of America’s Environmental and Engineering Geology Division, are designed to encourage and support undergraduate and graduate student participation in field trips and short courses at GSA annual and sectional meetings. The awards promote hands-on learning and professional development opportunities for students interested in environmental and engineering geology, helping to foster the next generation of geoscientists through direct engagement with the field and the professional community.
