Howard J. Baumgartel Peace and Justice Award

Overview

The Howard J. Baumgartel Peace and Justice Award is an annual award to support the master’s research project, thesis, or dissertation research of a graduate student in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences or the School of Business whose interests, achievements, and talents are in the peace and justice field. The award amount is $1,500.  

Examples of appropriate interests for this award are the social scientific study of, or the application of social scientific knowledge to: peace studies, conflict resolution, social action, human problems in the world of work, race and ethnic relations, and issues faced by developing nations.

Call for Nominations

Eligibility

Any master’s or doctoral student in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences or the School of Business who is engaged in a master’s research project, thesis, or dissertation research during Summer 2026, Fall 2026, or Spring 2027 is eligible to apply.  The student's enrollment during the term of the award must comply with University and departmental requirements. Faculty advisors are encouraged to nominate eligible students.  Self- nominations are accepted.

The Supporting Documents:

All nominations must include the following:

1. Online nomination form completed by a representative of the graduate program or, in the case of self-nomination, by the student.
2. An up-to-date curriculum vitae.
3. A one to two-page description of the thesis or dissertation research topic which addresses the following:
   1. Describe the research proposal and its connections to the field of peace and justice in language to be understood by an interdisciplinary audience.
   2. State how the monetary award will be used to fund the applicant’s research.
   3. Provide a timeline explaining when the research will be carried out. 
4. A letter of support from the advisor, DGS, or department chair addressing the nominee’s interest in the field of peace and justice and potential for contributions to the field.

If you have questions or would like more information, please email collegeawards@ku.edu or call 785-864-4201