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Recognition Awards

The Society makes recognition awards to individuals who have served the profession of Operations Research in an exemplary fashion. These awards are considered a prestigious distinction and are reserved only for outstanding achievements and/or contributions, typically over a long period of time.

Recognition Awards may be made in one of the following four categories:

  • Category I:  To a retired member of ORSSA for outstanding contributions, typically over a long period of time

  • Category II: To a current member of ORSSA for a single, outstanding achievement in the practice of OR on a national level

  • Category III: To a non-member of ORSSA for outstanding contributions, typically over a long period of time

  • Category IV: To an upcoming member of ORSSA of age 35 or below (who is not a full-time student) for excellence in OR  practice

Full citations may be accessed by clicking on each profile thumbnail. 

Recipients of the Category III Recognition Award 

Cat III Hall of Fame
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