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The 22 Annual VMNH Foundation Thomas Jefferson Awards will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Virginia Museum of Natural History. Further details about this event will be posted soon.

Learn more about the 2008 VMNH Foundation Thomas Jefferson Awards.

Sponsorship

A range of sponsorship levels are available for businesses and individuals who would like to show their support for this event and take advantage of an opportunity to be part of this highly respected awards program. If you would like to discuss becoming a sponsor for the 2009 Thomas Jefferson Awards, please contact the VMNH Foundation at 276-634-4162 or foundation@vmnh.virginia.gov.

Awards

The William Barton Rogers Corporate Award—a corporation who has shown significant support for the natural sciences in Virginia, through contributions to: Research, science education, or other relevant programs of the Virginia Museum of Natural History

The William Barton Rogers Individual Award—an individual who has shown significant support for the natural sciences in Virginia, through contributions to: Research, science education, or other relevant programs of the Virginia Museum of Natural History

Thomas Jefferson Medal for Outstanding Contributions to Natural Science Education—a Virginia educator who has consistently made outstanding contributions to natural history, environmental and science education in either the formal or non-formal sectors. Preference is given to those whose accomplishments have an obvious connection with natural history.  Nominees exemplify the best educational practices and stand as models worthy of emulation by other educators.

Matthew Fontaine Maury Distinguished Service Award—an individual or corporation that has provided exemplary service in the development of the Virginia Museum of Natural History.

Thomas Jefferson Medal for Outstanding Contributions to Natural Science—an individual who has consistently made outstanding contributions to natural history.  Recipient must be a Native of Virginia, work or have worked in a recognized Virginia Institution or contributed to our understanding in the specific area of Virginia Natural History

Dr. Noel T. Boaz Director's Award – an individual selected by the VMNH Executive Director who has over a period of time made significant contributions, through volunteer efforts or financial support, to enable the Virginia Museum of Natural History to be a more successful institution and to secure its future as a great Museum benefiting all citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia.