EGR Awards

The Walter J. Seeley Scholastic Award
This award is presented annually by the Engineers' Student Government to that member of the graduating class of the school who achieved the highest scholastic average in all subjects, and who has shown diligence in pursuit of an engineering education. The award was initiated to honor the spirit of academic excellence and professional diligence demonstrated by the late Dean Emeritus Walter J. Seeley. It is hoped that this award will serve as a symbol of the man and the ideals for which he stood. The name of the recipient is inscribed on a plaque displayed in the Engineering Building.

The School of Engineering Service Award
This award, established in 1978, is given to those graduating seniors who, by their contributions of time, effort, and spirit, have significantly benefitted the community of the Pratt School of Engineering. The names of the recipients are inscribed on a plaque displayed in the Engineering Building.

The Otto Meier, Jr. Tau Beta Pi Award
This award was established in recognition of Dr. Meier's leadership in establishing the North Carolina Gamma Chapter in 1948 and his continuous service as chapter advisor until 1975. This award is given annually to the graduating Tau Beta Pi member who symbolizes best the distinguished scholarship and exemplary character required for membership. The name of the recipient is inscribed on a plaque displayed in the Engineering Building.