Scholarships & Awards

On an annual basis, AWRA recognizes students with scholarships and individuals, organizations, projects, state sections, and student chapters for outstanding leadership and service in the water resources profession.

Scholarships: Application Period is Closed

Students enrolled in water resources management and related programs are invited to apply for two different AWRA Scholarships. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

• The 2023 application process for the Richard A. Herbert Memorial Scholarship and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Professional Development Scholarship is closed. Information about the 2024 application period will be posted in early 2024.
• Meet the Rising Starts of AWRA:
  • The 2021-2022 Richard A. Herbert Memorial Scholarship Winners!
  • The 2022-2023 DEI Scholarship Winners!

Awards: Nomination Period is Closed

Individuals and organizations have an opportunity to nominate candidates for 11 awards each spring, with recognition being given at the Awards Luncheon held during AWRA’s Annual Water Resources Conference in the fall. AWRA membership is not required to make a nomination or receive an award except for the Fellow Member Award. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

• The nomination period for the 2024 David R. Maidment Award for Exemplary Contributions to Water Resources Data is open through February 2, 2024. Click here to submit a nomination.
• The 2023 nomination period is closed. Review the Awards page for categories. Information about the 2024 nomination period will be posted in early 2024.