Duncan H. Lawrie Leadership Award

For CS students only
The Duncan H. Lawrie Leadership Award is for undergraduate students enrolled in the Department of Computer Science who have completed their junior year (i.e. current seniors), who excel academically, and who have demonstrated exceptional qualities of leadership and good citizenship. CS department head from 1990 to 1996, Professor Duncan H. Lawrie first arrived on campus as a graduate student working on the ILLIAC IV. The award honors his longtime contributions and service to the department.

Award
$700
Deadline
Supplemental Questions
  1. Will you be graduating in Spring or Summer 2023?
  2. Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes, or contributed to group efforts over time. This does not need to be school-related and can mean more than just a title; you may describe taking the lead role in organizing an event or project or have explicit responsibilities to take care of a family member or others close to you. Please consider sharing what you accomplished and what you learned in your response.
  3. Please list examples of leadership you have displayed in organizations, service, interships, or employment.
    • 1. Organization/Activity
    • 2. Leadership Position Held
    • Please describe your leadership experiences at during this organization/activity.
  4. Please upload a single document containing your resume/CV and unofficial transcripts
  5. To the best of my knowledge, I have not committed any action that violates the UIUC Student Code or the CS Department Values and Code of Conduct.