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Fakhri A. Bazzaz & Steward T.A. Pickett Award

Excellence in Mentoring the Next Generation of Ecologists 

Created in honor of the contributions of Fakhri Bazzaz and Steward Pickett to the field of ecology, the Bazzaz-Pickett Award recognizes excellence in mentorship of the next generation of ecologists in a manner that fosters diversity, inclusion, and belonging.  

Black and white portrait of Fakhri A. Bazzaz, an Iraqi Ecologist, and leader in global environmental responsibility in the late 1990's Clinton administration as well as Harvard professor.
Fakhri A. Bazzaz
Steward T.A. Pickett

To Date

$30,000

We have reached a threshold of $30,000 to create the endowment fund and start making awards. The award will provide a cash prize of up to $500 and travel support of up to $700 to the ESA Annual meeting.  

Moving Forward

$100,000

Our goal is to raise a total of $100,000 endowment to sustain the award in perpetuity.

Participate with a Donation

In honor of Fakhri’s/Steward’s role in your career, and the contributions of Fakhri and Steward to broadening participation in the field of ecology we hope you can donate, at any level that feels appropriate to your circumstances. Thank you.

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