Distinguished Service Award

Geographic Scope: International; recognizes service to HES and the broader history of economics community

Focus Areas: Outstanding service contributions to HES and the history of economics community

Eligibility:

• Candidates with past or present significant ties to HES
• Recognition for outstanding dedication, leadership, and lasting contributions to institutions supporting the history of economics community
• Note: Former Distinguished Fellows nominated for this award should make a strong case for exceptional treatment, given that Distinguished Fellow recognizes exemplary contributions to HES

Award Details:

• Recognition: Plaque celebrating the achievement
• Travel Support: Up to $1,000 to attend the presentation ceremony during the HES annual conference
• Membership: Lifetime honorary membership of the Society with online-only access to JHET
• Limit: No more than one prize awarded each year
• Announcement: Award winners announced during the annual HES conference

Nomination Process:

• Nominations received at any time
• Nominations reviewed by HES Executive Committee in January meeting
• To be included in January meeting agenda, submit by December 1

Required Documentation:

• Recent CV of nominee
• Nomination letter summarizing candidate's achievements
• At least two supporting letters from other scholars

How to Apply

1. Prepare Nomination Package:
   • Recent CV of the nominee
   • Nomination letter summarizing the candidate's achievements and contributions to HES and the history of economics community
   • At least two supporting letters from other scholars
2. Submit Nomination:
   • Send complete package to HES Secretary: [email protected]
3. Deadline: December 1 (to be included in January Executive Committee meeting agenda)
   • Nominations may be submitted at any time, but December 1 deadline ensures inclusion in January review
4. Review Process:
   • HES Executive Committee reviews nominations at its January meeting
   • Award winners announced during annual HES conference
5. Selection Criteria:
   • Outstanding dedication and leadership
   • Lasting contributions to institutions supporting the history of economics community
   • Significant ties to HES (past or present)