2021 Chemical Engineering Graduate Awards

Each year, the Department of Chemical Engineering honors a number of graduate students for their research, teaching, commitment to safety and service. Congratulations to this year’s award winners!

  • Kevin Chang

    Kevin Chang

    Elmer L. Gaden Excellence in Doctoral Study Award

    Established by John Wiley & Sons publishers to recognize emeritus professor Elmer L. Gaden Jr. at his retirement as editor of the journal Biotechnology & Bioengineering. Faculty select a doctoral student near his or her last year of study for excellence in research, especially in independent planning and accomplishment. Service to the department, particularly as a graduate teaching assistant, is also be considered.

  • Yuntao (Kevin) Gu

    Yuntao (Kevin) Gu

    Louis T. Rader Chemical Engineering Prize for Graduate Students

    Given at the time of graduation to a doctoral student in recognition of academic ability, an ability to get along well with others and to work hard.

  • Luke Huelsenbeck

    Luke Huelsenbeck

    Louis T. Rader Chemical Engineering Prize for Graduate Students

    Given at the time of graduation to a doctoral student in recognition of academic ability, an ability to get along well with others and to work hard.

  • Mara Kuenen

    Mara Kuenen

    Chemical Engineering Teaching Assistant Award

    Recognizes doctoral students who demonstrate a strong commitment to chemical engineering education through their dedicated service as a teaching assistant.

  • Lu Yang

    Lu Yang

    Chemical Engineering Special Recognition Award

    Awarded by the faculty to recognize academic achievement, an outstanding doctoral dissertation or service to the department by a graduating student or students. This award is reserved for special circumstances and is not given every year.