The University of Texas Institute for Geophysics recognized outstanding staff and students at its annual awards celebration, May 22, 2024.
The awards were presented by UTIG Director, Demian Saffer, and were preceded by a review of the institute’s recent achievements. Award winners received a trophy and cash prize.
Although the awards go to a handful of people, they recognize the collective achievements of everyone who makes UTIG an exciting and great place to work.
Congratulations to all our winners!
2024 Awardees
Brian Horton
Director’s Circle of Excellence
Alejandro Cardona
Director’s Circle of Excellence
Cyril Grima
Director’s Circle of Excellence
Peter Flemings
Director’s Circle of Excellence
Ginny Catania
Director’s Circle of Excellence
Edward Clennett
Outstanding Graduate Student
Carson Miller
Outstanding Graduate Student
Alice Turner
Outstanding Postdoc
Kehua You
Outstanding Young Researcher
Krista Soderlund
Outstanding Researcher
Angela Reyes
Outstanding Support Staff
Eleanor Picard Excellence Award
Established in 2012, the award honors the work and service of the late Eleanor Picard, whose dedication, compassion and outstanding performance enhanced the scientific reputation of the University of Texas Institute for Geophysics and made it a better place to work.
Daniel Duncan
Eleanor Picard Excellence Award