Awards and Banquet
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Nominations Now Open for the 2027 Seattle AWIS Awards
Do you know an outstanding woman in STEM whose leadership, innovation, mentorship, education, or outreach deserves recognition?
Seattle AWIS is now accepting nominations for the 2027 Seattle AWIS Awards, celebrating women across Washington State who are making meaningful contributions to science, technology, engineering, mathematics, education, and their communities.
– Science or Technology Advancement and Leadership
– Early Career Achievement in STEM
– Excellence in STEM Education or Outreach
Who Can Be Nominated?
Nominees must be located in Washington State and should have demonstrated support for the development of other women in science. AWIS membership is not required, and self-nominations are welcome.
Nomination Period:
November 2, 2026 – January 11, 2027 at midnight
A complete nomination includes the nomination form and the nominee’s resume/CV or PDF of their LinkedIn profile.
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Award Categories
Award for Science or Technology Advancement and Leadership
A woman in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) working in academia, a non-profit organization, industry or government whose innovative ideas have contributed to scientific or technological advances and whose leadership has been demonstrated in her work and in the community.
Award for Early Career Achievement in STEM
A woman who has excelled in her chosen field for 8 years or less after receiving her major degree (e.g. MS, PhD, MD) in an academic, non-profit, industry or government setting, and shows exceptional potential for leadership and innovation in her field.
Award for Excellence in STEM Education or Outreach
A woman who has demonstrated innovative and sustained contribution to education in the field of science, technology, engineering or math (STEM). This may include contributions to public health, outreach activities or programs that promote STEM or encourage women in science or whose work has influenced the public, especially women, of any age or career level.
Celebrate the 2027 Awardees
One recipient in each category will be selected by the Awards Selection Committee. The awardees will be honored at the Seattle AWIS Banquet on June 15, 2027.
Ready to Nominate?
Complete the 2027 Seattle AWIS Nomination Form
Completed nominations must be received by January 11, 2027, at midnight.
Questions? Contact awards@seattleawis.org.
Download and share the 2027 Seattle AWIS Award Nomination Flyer
Please share the nomination opportunity with colleagues, professional networks, universities, companies, nonprofits, and STEM communities throughout Washington State. The invitation flyer specifically encourages the community to spread the word and nominate women whose leadership, innovation, and positive influence deserve recognition.
Seattle AWIS
Supporting Seattle women in STEM since 1985.
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR 2026 AWARDS BANQUET!
It was an evening of delicious food, networking with friends and inspiring presentations.
We welcomed 111 attendees at our June 16th Awards Banquet at UW Center for Urban Horticulture. The evening featured reflections from our 2026 award winners. The winners emphasized being open to unexpected opportunities, being curious and developing mentors and collaborators that can support and influence your career path.
Eight of the 2026 undergraduate scholarship recipients were introduced. We were pleased to honor Dr. Fran Solomon who is stepping down from chairing the Scholarship Committee, a role she has had for 35 years.
Attendees had an opportunity to connect with previous friends and make new acquaintances. Our eight table sponsors were acknowledged for their support of the banquet and their support of women in STEM in their companies and in our community.
Seattle AWIS is pleased to recognize and celebrate the 2026 award recipients for their outstanding achievements, leadership and advocacy for women in STEM (R-L)
Science/Technology Advancement and Leadership
Dr. Joanna Ellington, CEO, Glyciome
Early Career Achievement in STEM
Dr. Kim Ingraham, Assistant Professor, UW Electrical and Computer Engineering
Excellence in STEM Education/Outreach
Dr. Nina Salama, Senior VP for Education, Fred Hutch Cancer Center
Learn more about the 2026 winners here
2026 AWARDS BANQUET SPONSORS
PLATINUM PLUS: Bristol Myers Squibb – Seattle AAUW – Just-Evotec Biologics – Fred Hutch Cancer Center – Glyciome – Battelle
PLATINUM: UW Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering – Estate of Virginia Stout
You can view the Seattle AWIS Award History here