Awards

The American Ornithologists' Union makes annual awards to recognize achievements and service, support ornithological research, and encourage student participation.

Senior Awards

Recognize outstanding contributions to ornithological science and service to the AOU.

Research Awards

Provide students and postdoctoral researchers support for research in various areas of avian biology.

Student Travel Awards

Help defray transportation expenses to the AOU annual meeting for students.

Post-Doctoral Travel Awards

Help defray transportation expenses to the AOU annual meeting for post-docs.

Student Presentation Awards

For outstanding paper and poster presentations at AOU meetings.

Student Membership Awards

Provide one-year membership to undergraduate and graduate students interested in pursuing a career in ornithology.

Competitive Grants Program

Supports infrastructure development, ornithologist training, and strategic partnership building within western hemisphere ornithological societies.