Restrictions
The recipient need not be a Member of the Association, and consideration is to be made without regard for national origin. The recipient must be living at the time of selection and be willing to be present to receive the award at the time and place designated by the Executive Committee. If death of the recipient occurs after selection, the medal will be awarded posthumously. The award is made at such times as the Executive Committee may designate, at the recommendation of the Advisory Council, but not more than once in any calendar year unless funding is also approved by the Executive Committee when it approves the award slate.
Guidelines for Consideration of Candidates
Consideration should emphasize contributions to the teaching of students, guidance of student research, research and scientific publications, university and community activities, and involvement in the activities of scientific/professional organizations.
Procedure for Recommendation
Nominations for this award should be submitted, along with documentation, to the Chairman of the Honors and Awards Committee at Association Headquarters. All nominations become part of a permanent file for future consideration and need not be resubmitted, but additional information may be submitted at any time. The Committee’s recommendations will be submitted to the Advisory Council, which in turn will submit its selection to the Executive Committee for final action.
Description of Award
This award consists of an oak double shadow box. The right panel displays a sterling silver medallion specifically designed for this award. The double-faced medallion is removable and bears the name of the recipient and date of the award. The left panel displays an AAPG medallion and a plate containing the citation.
History
This award was first proposed by Dr. Grover E. Murray in a letter to then President Harrison L. Townes, dated May 19, 1993. In the letter, Dr. and Mrs. Murray agreed to provide funding to support the award, if approved. Approval was given by the Executive Committee on June 30, 1993.
Funding
Funding for the award is provided through the AAPG Foundation Awards Fund through a generous contribution by Dr. and Mrs. Grover Murray.