This page is a summary of the judging guidelines. The judging form and this page should be distributed to the various geology clubs and to the judges early in September. Guidelines For AUGC Student Paper Awards
In the interest of advancing the education of the students, it is recommended that the completed evaluation forms be distributed to the student speakers after the sessions, provided that all judges are in agreement with this policy. This can be done informally at the banquet.
APICS Award for Best Student Paper
This Award is made primarily on the basis of the scientific quality and relevance of the topic, the amount of original work done by the student, and his/her understanding of the subject. Secondary consideration is given to the organization and presentation of the talk.
Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists Award
For the best oral presentation of a paper. A paper that is read should be given a lower rating. A trophy and cash prize of $300 are presented to the winner at the AUGC banquet by a member or representative of the CSPG. The trophy will reside at the winner's university for one year.
Frank Shea Memorial Award
This award was established by the Mining Society of Nova Scotia at its annual meeting in June, 1981 and is presented annually, if appropriate, at the AUGC conference, for the best paper dealing with Economic Geology (or any paper that has implications for use in Economic Geology).
Atlantic Geoscience Society Awards
A certificate and a one year subscription to Atlantic Geology is awarded to each student speaker at the conference.
Instruction For Conference Hosts Concerning Awards
APICS AwardThe APICS award consists of $100 to the presenter and a plaque which resides at the winners university for one year. This award is usually presented by a representative of the APICS Geology Committee at the annual Banquet of the AUGC. The APICS Geology Committee will usually suggest an appropriate judge. The Award is part of the financial support usually given to the conference by APICS. Application for support is made through the chairman of the APICS Geology Committee. For information see the Faculty member representing the host university on the APICS Geology Committee.
Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists Award
For the best oral presentation of a paper. A paper that is read should be given a lower rating. A trophy and cash prize of $300 are presented to the winner at the AUGC banquet by a member or representative of the CSPG. The trophy will reside at the winner's university for one year. For further information contact:
The Frank Shea Memorial AwardCSPG Trophy Committee
c/o Conoco Canada Ltd.
3900, Bow Valley Square 2
205 - 5'th. Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta
T2P 2V7This award consists of certificate and a cheque to the presenter, and a cheque to the Geology club he or she represents. The award is presented at the AUGC banquet by Mrs. Mary Shea and/or a representative of the Mining Society of Nova Scotia. The Mining Society of Nova Scotia usually asks the conference organizers to choose an appropriate judge. Presentation is usually by Mrs. Mary Shea and/or a representative of the Mining Society of Nova Scotia. For information contact the Secretary-Treasurer of the Mining Society of Nova Scotia well before the conference. He will make all arrangements regarding contacting Mrs. Shea, arranging for award and presentation. You will need to check with him regarding providing and paying for accommodations.
Atlantic Geoscience Society Awards
A certificate and a year's subscription to Atlantic Geology is awarded to each student speaker at the conference. When Speakers have been determined, contact the president of the Atlantic Geoscience society. The certificates are usually presented by the president of the Atlantic Geoscience Society or appointee. Lead time is required to prepare the certificates.
Best Poster Award
An award will be given to the student who has the poster deemed ot the highest quality, both in presentation and in scientific merit.