Dean's Award for Contribution to Student Life. Presented annually to the students who have done the most to
foster and enhance the quality of life at the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology during the academic
year.
Cyril M. Franks Award for Excellence in Research. This
award was instituted in 1992 to honor Dr. Franks on his retirement from
the faculty. It is presented each year to a graduating student whose
doctoral dissertation, completed during the previous 12 months,
evidences outstanding scholarship.
Peterson Prize. Instituted in 1990 to honor the first dean of the school,
Donald R. Peterson, it is awarded annually to a Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology graduate who,
through a sustained career in professional psychology, has contributed
to the public good at the highest level of distinction. Candidates must
have earned the doctoral degree at least five years prior to receiving
this prize.
Robert D. Weitz Professional Award. Established
in 1976, this award is presented annually to the graduating student
whose energy, spirit, and enthusiasm evidence a dedication and
willingness to work in the interests of professional psychology and the
people it serves. The recipient is decided by a vote of all
students eligible for the award, all full-time faculty, and all
visiting faculty members in residence during the academic year.