Trailblazer Award
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Honors Innovation, Bold Leadership, and Pioneering Contributions
What the Award Recognizes
The CALS Trailblazer Award recognizes a student who demonstrates imaginative thinking, forward-looking leadership, and a willingness to challenge norms to create positive change within CALS or the broader field of agriculture and life sciences.
Students in any CALS major or program, including the Agricultural Technology Program, are eligible and encouraged to be nominated.
Who the Award Is Designed For
Students who pursue innovative ideas, initiate new programs or solutions, or break new ground as leaders, researchers, creators, or advocates.
What Makes a Strong Nominee
A strong nominee will have:
- Evidence of innovation, creativity, or entrepreneurial thinking
- Examples of pioneering action, such as launching a project, leading new initiatives, or shaping meaningful improvements
- Demonstrated courage and resilience in navigating challenges, taking risks, or advocating for new ideas
- Impact that shows potential for long-term benefit to CALS, their field, or the community
Who Can Nominate
Students, faculty, advisors, staff, mentors, organizational leaders, or community partners familiar with the student’s innovative or trailblazing contributions. Self-nominations are welcome and encouraged.