A nominee must be a member of the Western Section of the American Society of Animal Science and may not be more than 40 years of age when nominated. Nominees should be actively engaged in basic or applied research in any of the various areas of animal agriculture. Research activities of a nominee will be evaluated in terms of contributions to greater efficiency or quality of livestock production or utilization. Officers of the Western Section ASAS, while holding such position, are not eligible for this award. One copy of a citation of approximately 500 words suitable for publication in the Journal of Animal Science Nominations may be submitted by active members in good standing of the American Society of Animal Science.
Administrators are eligible provided they personally teach courses during the school year.
Retirees or those who are no longer physically able to perform teaching duties must have taught within 36 months prior to the time the award is presented. A nominee must be a member of the Western Section of the American Society of Animal Science but may not be an officer of the sectional organization. Nominees should have demonstrated abilities and interest in student motivation, mastery of subject matter, teaching improvement, extra-curricular student activities and service to agriculture. One copy of a citation of approximately 500 words suitable for publication in the Journal of Animal Science Nominations may be submitted by active members in good standing of the American Society of Animal Science.