Karl Leemkuil Memorial Award

Purpose
To recognize achievement of Microbiology majors in independent research at the undergraduate level. Research can be currently in progress or completed in an earlier semester.

Karl Leemkuil received his B.S. degree in Bacteriology in 1963 from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and worked as a microbiologist until his death on November 10, 1980, from leukemia. He was known throughout his life for his honesty, integrity, dedication, and courage. The Leemkuil award was established in his memory by Gibco Laboratories, his long-term employer.

Criteria
The committee will consider the nominee’s:

• Level of independence in research
• Overall comprehension of research projects and goals
• Experimental design and interpretation

Award
A certificate of recognition and a cash award of $1000.

For more information, please see the Department of Bacteriology Undergraduate awards website