Robert Aufderheide Award

The Robert Aufderheide Award was established by the Forestry Club in 1950 and pays homage to Robert Aufderheide. Aufderheide was a supervisor at Willamette National Forest from 1954 until he died in 1959. Forest Road 19 (145 miles) has been named after him (Robert Aufderheide Memorial Drive or Aufderheidi Road). He was a distinguished member of the class of 1935 who studied Technical Forestry, and Xi Sigma Pi member.

This prestigious award celebrates an exceptional instructor or professor within the College of Forestry, recognizing their outstanding contributions to teaching. The deserving recipient, nominated by students, will have their name inscribed on a plaque displayed prominently within the College of Forestry. Additionally, they will be presented with a commemorative plaque by a member of the Xi Sigma Pi Honor Society at the spring term Dean’s Award Dinner.

There are no restrictions regarding the number of times an individual professor may be selected for the honor.

Nominations due by 11:59 PM, May 7, 2024
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Julie Kliewer Mentor Award

The Xi Sigma Pi/Julie Kliewer Excellence in Mentoring Award, founded in 1995, pays tribute to Dr. Julie E. Kliewer, the pioneering woman who became the first licensed logging/civil engineer in the State of Oregon. Dr. Kliewer’s mentorship touched the lives of many students. Each year, this esteemed award recognizes a faculty or staff member within the College of Forestry who exemplifies exceptional mentoring. The deserving recipient, nominated by students, will receive a commemorative plaque during the spring term Dean’s Award Dinner. The presentation will be made by a member of the Xi Sigma Pi Honor Society.

There are no restrictions regarding the number of times an individual may be selected for the honor.

Nominations due by 11:59 PM, May 7, 2024
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Kelly Axe Award

Established in 1939, the Kelly Axe Award is presented annually by the Forestry Club to the graduating senior who goes above and beyond in their assistance to teachers, club projects, and fellow students. This award recognizes an outstanding senior by their classmates. Historically, the recipient’s name was inscribed on a wall plaque donated by the Kelly Axe Company. Nominations for this award are to be made by students of the College of Forestry. For nominees to be fully considered a completed nomination form is required.

Nominations due by 11:59 PM, May 13, 2024
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Paul and Neva Dunn Senior Award 

Established in 1965, the Paul and Neva Dunn Senior Award is awarded annually to a senior in the College of Forestry’s AY graduating class (Summer through Spring terms). This award is a memorial to Paul M. Dunn, who served as the dean of the College of Forestry from 1942 to 1955. At that time he also purchased 6200 acres for teaching and research for the college. The land was subsequently re-named Paul M. Dunn Research Forest in his honor. The recipient is selected based on high scholastic achievement with potential professional ability. Professional ability is evaluated based on the nominee’s involvement in College, University, or community activities, and related work experiences. Nominations for this award may be made by students, faculty, or staff of the College of Forestry. For nominees to be fully considered a completed nomination form and one letter of support that clearly and thoroughly addresses the student’s academic excellence and potential professional ability are required.

Nominations due by 11:59 PM, May 13, 2024
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Harold Bowerman Leadership Award

Established in 1986, the Harold Bowerman Leadership Award is awarded annually to a senior in the College of Forestry’s AY graduating class (Summer through Spring terms). This award is a memorial to Harold "Hal" R. Bowerman (class of 1931), a student of Technical Forestry and Xi Sigma Pi member. The student selected best exemplifies the Fernhopper Spirit through demonstrated leadership, outstanding contributions, and enthusiastic participation in student club activities and College programs. Nominees must be graduating seniors enrolled in a College of Forestry undergraduate majors. Nominations for this award may be made by students, faculty, or staff of the College of Forestry. For nominees to be fully considered, a completed nomination form and one letter of support that addresses the student’s leadership experience, Fernhopper spirit, and club participation are required.

Nominations due by 11:59 PM, May 13, 2024
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Pack Essay Award

The Pack Essay Award is a tribute to Charles Lathrop Pack. It was established in 1991 and serves as a catalyst for students in the College of Forestry to “express themselves to the public and write about forestry in a way that affects or interests the public”.

Who was Charles Lathrop Pack? He was an internationally recognized expert who wore many hats:

• Forestry and conservation advocate.
• Passionate gardener.
• Avid stamp collector.
• Business interests spanning lumber, railroads, construction, banking, and real estate.
• Co-founder of the Cleveland Trust Company.
• Appointed by President Theodore Roosevelt to the Conservation Commission in 1907.
• President of influential organizations, including the National Conservation Congress, National War Garden Commission, American Forestry Association, and the World Court League.
• Founder of the American Tree Association in 1922.
• Endower of the Charles Lathrop Pack Forestry Foundation in 1930.
• Creator of demonstration forests across forestry schools nationwide.

His legacy lives on through this contest and award, inspiring future generations to express their passion for forestry and natural resources!

Each spring term, the College of Forestry holds the Pack Essay Contest. It is open to all CoF undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students.

• Essays must address a forestry or natural resources topic of local, national, or global significance.
• Essays should be single-spaced and use 11-point font.
• Essays will be judged on originality of thought, clarity of communication, forcefulness of expression, mastery of subject, grammar, and organization.
• The Director of Student Success appoints a special committee who is charged with reading and judging all entries.

The winning essay is honored at the spring term Dean’s Award Dinner.

Essays should be submitted no later than 12:00 pm on May 13, 2024
Essay Submission Form

Photo of the Year Award

Established in 2009 by Dr. Ed Jensen, Professor and Associate Dean in the College of Forestry, the Photo of the Year Award recognizes noteworthy photographic work created by students in the College. Photo of the Year candidates are made up of the Photo of the Week winners throughout the academic year. The Photo of the Year is selected by the College’s FERN Center and Student Services Office staff.

The winner of this award will receive a Beaver Store Gift Card, a framed print of their photo, and their photo will hang in the FERN Center for the upcoming academic year.

Contact Brooke Harrington or the Student Services Office if you have questions!