William H. Weston Award for Excellence in Teaching
Annual award recognizing exceptional educators who have significantly advanced mycology teaching and student mentorship at the undergraduate or graduate level.
Funder: Mycological Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 1, 2027 (nominations deadline; projected)
Funding Amounts: Recognition award; recipient receives a plaque and public acknowledgment at the MSA annual meeting.
Summary: Annual award recognizing outstanding educators in mycology at the undergraduate or graduate level.
Key Information: Self-nominations are not allowed; nominees and nominators must be MSA members.
Description
The William H. Weston Award for Excellence in Teaching is presented annually by the Mycological Society of America (MSA) to recognize an outstanding teacher of mycology at the undergraduate or graduate level. The award honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to teaching, innovative instructional methods, and a significant influence on students and the broader field of mycology. The recipient is celebrated at the MSA annual meeting, with their achievement announced in the meeting program and in the society's publication, Inoculum. The award includes a plaque and public recognition.
