BioFrontiers Outstanding Contribution Award

The BioFrontiers Outstanding Contribution Award (OCA) recognizes our community members who have made a substantial impact within, or external to, BioFrontiers or who have gone above and beyond expectations. It is awarded to individuals or teams for excellence in:Ìý

  • scientific research or creative work

  • administration, outreach, or education

Learn more about the award and criteria:ÌýClick here

Download the nomination form:ÌýClick here

Meet our past winners:

2024

  • Shannon Krentsa (Administrative & Events Coordinator): for excellence in event planning & execution, communications activities, and administrative support. Noted for her meticulous attention to detail, kindness, planning & anticipation, and willingness to help no matter the ask.
  • Rosie Garris, Zach Maas, & Clair Huffine (IQ Bio students): for founding QSci (Queer in Science), a monthly community building group for queer scientists and allies, which builds relationships, belonging, and identity, particularly on East Campus and within BioFrontiers. Noted for their inclusive spirit, sense of joy, and hard work on behalf of individuals and the institute.
  • Benjamin LaFavor (JSCBB Dock Manager & Facilities Assistant): for exceptional service with shipping & receiving and facilities work. Noted for his knowledge, patience, kindness, and dedication, regardless of big or small the matter.
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2023

  • Kate Bubar & Casey Middleton (IQ Bio students): for their leadership, initiative, and work in organizing the QED supergroup and their commitment to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and community across BioFrontiers.
  • Stephanie Rauscher (Education Programs Manager): for her profound impact on the IQ Biology program and unwavering dedication, advocacy and support for 1Q Biology students.
  • Joe Dragavon (Advanced Light Microscopy Core Facility Director): for his outstanding achievements in building an interdisciplinary community of microscopy users at Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder, enabling high-quality cutting-edge science, and impacting the research trajectory of thousands of scientists.
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