WARF Named Professorships
The WARF Named Professorships at UW–Madison honor faculty for outstanding research and scholarly leadership, supporting continued scientific excellence.
Funder: University of Wisconsin-Madison
Due Dates: February 5, 2027 (applications due by 4:30 pm)
Funding Amounts: $100,000 research award (may be spent over five years); awarded once per faculty member.
Summary: Prestigious internal award recognizing UW–Madison faculty for exceptional achievement in research, teaching, and service.
Key Information: Nomination-based; internal to UW–Madison; eligibility and procedures determined by university policy.
Description
The WARF Named Professorships are among the highest honors for faculty at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Supported by the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF), these awards recognize UW–Madison faculty who have demonstrated outstanding achievement and distinction in research, teaching, and service. The program aims to honor and support continued scholarly excellence and leadership within the university community.
