Life Membership
The highest and most prestigious award to be given by the Division of Professional Affairs.
Distinguished Service Award
Awarded to individuals who have demonstrated distinguish service for the Division of Professional Affairs.
Heritage Award
The DPA Heritage Award is awarded to an individual that has excelled in the field of petroleum geology and through their endeavors, has inspired and mentored others in their quest.
Certificate of Merit
Awarded to members for participating in special DPA leadership activities, i.e. Vice chair of an ACE or ICE, Chair of a committee that completed a special service to the members.
Recognition of Distinction
An award given for special services to the DPA.
Past President’s Award
Initiated to recognize a year of dedicated, energetic service to the
Division by its past presidents.
Special Award
A unique award created for such special individual’s efforts and perseverance who
have made an impact for the DPA.
Best Paper
Best technical paper presented at an AAPG Annual Meeting on behalf of the Division of
Professional Affairs.