Bruce Gardner Memorial Prize for Applied Policy Analysis

The Bruce Gardner Memorial Prize for Applied Policy Analysis Award recognizes outstanding impact on agricultural and related policy, based on sound foundations in economic theory, in the tradition of Bruce Gardner. Policy issues are interpreted in their broadest sense. They may relate to either a national or international situation. Their focus may be on such issues as price and income policy, environment and land use issues, local government, rural poverty, community development problems, etc. The purpose of the Award is to encourage sound economic analysis of public policy issues that provides timely and relevant information for more effective public policy and program discussions. The award is intended to focus attention on important efforts in research, education or public service, which facilitate the policy process and improve public performance and understanding. A maximum of one award is given annually. The award will carry a cash prize of $1,500 and plaque of recognition financed by the Bruce Gardner Memorial Special Purpose Fund of the AAEA Foundation.

Nominations may be submitted by individuals, groups, or institutions. In addition, the Bruce Gardner Memorial Prize for Applied Policy Analysis Award Subcommittee is encouraged to generate nominations to assure that all outstanding policy contributions are considered. Winners will be selected on the basis of supporting materials showing major contributions within the previous five years. Re-nominations are invited provided the supporting materials are updated. Each nomination must include a nomination statement (maximum of three single-spaced pages) accompanied by documentary evidence supporting the nominee's contributions to the understanding of public policy and related impact on the development of public policy. Efforts of an individual or group of individuals may be nominated. In groups, the name and contribution of each person must be identified in the nomination. The contact information sheet and nomination statement should be submitted in electronic PDF form to the subcommittee chair. Documentary evidence can be submitted in electronic or hard copy form, with electronic form preferred. If in hard copy form, nine copies of documentary evidence should be submitted. Return of the material submitted is not customary but can be requested.

Please submit all materials as instructed above to:
DeeVon Bailey
Utah State University, Dept. of Economics,
9540 Old Main Hall
Logan, UT 84322-9540
deevon.bailey@usu.edu

AAEA has provided an Awards Nomination Form (PDF) to help with the submissions process. This form can be attached to the nomination packet when submitted.