MAGS Excellence in Teaching Award Grant

MAGS Excellence in Teaching Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: University of Minnesota
Amount: US $500
Last Updated: September 28, 2025

Summary

The MAGS Excellence in Teaching Award recognizes graduate students at the University of Minnesota who demonstrate exceptional teaching and mentoring skills. One award is designated for a doctoral student and another for a master’s student, highlighting the significance of teaching excellence in graduate education. Eligible candidates must hold a teaching appointment during the 2025 calendar year. This prestigious award aims to prepare graduate students for future roles as educators in higher education.

Overview

Note: Program Nomination required. Excellence in Teaching Award The Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools (MAGS) is soliciting nominations for the Excellence in Teaching Award in recognition of graduate students who exemplify excellence in the teaching/learning mission of their university. Two awards have been created to recognize the importance of excellence in teaching and mentoring as a component of graduate education and the preparation of graduate students for future service as college and university faculty.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. One award will be given to a doctoral student and one to a master’s student.Master’s or doctoral students registered in the University of Minnesota Graduate School during the 2025-26 academic yearHold a graduate student teaching appointment during the 2025 calendar year (e.g. Spring 2025, Summer 2025, and/or Fall 2025)

Ineligibility

Deadline extensions will not be granted; late submissions will not be accepted.