Our Higher Education Teaching Award celebrates exceptional teachers and lecturers of insect science at universities, colleges, and research institutions worldwide, who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in teaching entomology at the undergraduate, postgraduate, or lifelong learning levels.
This award recognises educators who bring innovation and research insight to preparing the next generation of entomologists. The award is part of the Royal Entomological Society’s commitment to support excellence in education and to recognise those who inspire their students to pursue research, fieldwork, and further study in entomology.
Whether through course design, mentoring students, or innovative teaching methods, these educators play an essential role in the future of insect science.
| Award topic | Description |
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| Award criteria | For recognition for creatively introducing entomology to children and young people of school-age learning in the following forms:
Excellence in Teaching: Demonstration of innovative and effective teaching methods in entomology. How does the nominee engage and inspire students?
Research Integration: How does the nominee integrate their research into teaching? Are there clear links between their teaching and the latest developments in insect science?
Mentorship & Student Success: Has the nominee successfully mentored students who have gone on to impactful careers or further study in entomology?
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: How has the nominee promoted inclusivity and supported a diverse range of students in their teaching and mentoring? |
| Prize | £400
Certificate
RES membership for 1 year |
| Eligibility | Open to educators at universities, research institutions, and adult/lifelong learning institutions worldwide. Nominees must be teaching at the undergraduate or postgraduate level, or in adult education, and have a proven track record in the teaching of entomology or insect-related science. Nominees and nominators do not need to be currently a member. |
| Adjudication | By RES Education Committee. |
| Entry | Nominations to be submitted via the entry form below. |
Objectives
The award aims to:
- Recognise educators who deliver innovative, research-led teaching in entomology at higher education and lifelong learning institutions.
- Celebrate those who have demonstrated excellence in mentoring and supporting student research in insect science.
- Highlight teaching practices that combine taught learning with practical and field applications.
- Promote educators who make entomology accessible and engaging to a diverse range of students, including those from underrepresented backgrounds.
Eligibility
- Open to educators at universities, research institutions, and adult/lifelong learning institutions worldwide.
- Nominees must be teaching at the undergraduate or postgraduate level, or in adult education, and have a proven track record in the teaching of entomology or insect-related science.
- Nominees and nominators do not need to be currently a member
- International educators are eligible and encouraged to apply.
Prize
£400
Certificate
RES membership for 1 year
To Nominate
Nominations for the Excellence in Higher Education Teaching of Entomology Award must include:
- A completed nomination form. Self or third party nominations are accepted
- A supporting letter (up to 1000 words) from a student, colleague, or department head describing the nominees teaching philosophy, research integration, and the impact on students
- Links to the nominee’s social media, website, or LinkedIn profile (optional but encouraged) to highlight their academic contributions and outreach work.
Timeline
- Nominations open on 3rd November 2024.
- The deadline for submission is 31st December 2024.
- Award recipients will be notified by February 2025 and celebrated at the RES Annual Conference.
Assessment Criteria
- Excellence in Teaching: Demonstration of innovative and effective teaching methods in entomology. How does the nominee engage and inspire students?
- Research Integration: How does the nominee integrate their research into teaching? Are there clear links between their teaching and the latest developments in insect science?
- Mentorship & Student Success: Has the nominee successfully mentored students who have gone on to impactful careers or further study in entomology?
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: How has the nominee promoted inclusivity and supported a diverse range of students in their teaching and mentoring?
Know someone who deserves recognition for creatively introducing entomology to children and young people of school-age learning?
Visit our Teaching Insect Science to Young People Award instead.
