The Gene Stratton-Porter Environmental Science Award is given annually to an Indiana science teacher who exemplifies the spirit of the great Hoosier naturalist and author, Gene Stratton-Porter.  The candidate exemplifies curiosity, independence, love of nature, and appreciation of the importance of science and the natural world.

The cash award of $500 is given in memory of Evelyn Garvin McCabe, who was a devoted fan of Gene Stratton-Porter.  The awardee will also be given a one year HASTI membership.

Candidates may be nominated by both HASTI members and non-members. The candidate may, but is not required to, be a current HASTI member.

Candidates should be full-time certified K--12 classroom teachers or informal science educators in the state of Indiana.

Candidates may self-nominate for this award

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Nomination Application