Award of Excellence

Director’s Fellowship © UC Regents

The Affiliate Scholar Award of Excellence celebrates scholars who contribute to research, policy, clinical care, and community outreach at UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center. This award recognizes scholars who exemplify:

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Empathy and resilience
  • Dedication to growth

Award Benefits:

  • Certificate of Achievement 
  • $500 prize for travel, professional development, or education
  • Mentors of awardees also receive recognition

Open to undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral UC Davis Affiliate Scholars.
(Three awards per year – one per academic level.)

Award nominees should demonstrate excellence through one or more of the following:

📌 Research & Professional Growth

  • High productivity: publications, presentations, funding, awards
  • Development of new programs or technologies
  • Innovation and impact in research, policy, or community


🤝 Leadership and Community Engagement

  • Commitment to teamwork and collaboration
  • Service, mentoring, and teaching 
  • Public engagement and communication outside academia

📩 Nominations are by faculty only (mentors, advisors, or collaborators).

  • Submit a standard nomination form outlining the nominee’s excellence
  • Highlight their achievements and contributions


Deadline: May 30, 2025
Submit Your Nomination Here

Celebrate Excellence in Scholarship!

Encourage colleagues to nominate a deserving scholar and help us honor those making an impact at UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center.

📧 Questions? Contact: hs-cancer.center@ucdavis.edu