Awards Committee

The Faculty Council Awards Committee selects candidates for the Perkins Award.

The Distinguished Service Awards were established in 1981 by the Faculty Council and since 1984 have been sponsored by the estate of John S. Perkins, who served the University for over fifty years in various capacities as faculty member, member of the administration, Trustee, and Treasurer. These awards, now known as the Perkins Awards, are presented annually by the Council to three members of the Boston University community. in recognition of distinguished service to the University. The award is a prize of $500 and a plaque recognizing the service of the recipient to Boston University.  The Awards Committee solicits nominations and reviews the candidates, then recommends three winners to the Faculty Council for a vote. The Committee Chair also drafts the commendations to be read at the Perkins Ceremony and may be interviewed by BU Today, or similar publications, as well.