Education Awards
Recognizing individual and organizational contributions to the pursuit of educational excellence in the water sector
Fair Distinguished Engineering Educator Medal
This medal recognizes accomplishments in research and the education and development of future engineers.
Media & Public Education Medal
This medal recognizes accomplishments of the media, journalists and others whose profession is outside of the water environment profession field, and who actively and publicly promotes water environment public education.
Public Communication & Outreach Program Awards
These awards recognize WEF members for significant accomplishments in promoting public awareness and the understanding of water environment issues through the development and implementation of outreach, education and/or communication programs.
WEF Canham Graduate Studies Scholarship
This scholarship provides $25,000 for a post-baccalaureate student in the water environment field. The scholarship is for education related expenses.
Operator Scholarship
This scholarship provides funding for individuals who are seeking water sector operator education, training, or certification to enter the water sector or advance their knowledge, skills, abilities or license.
More about the Operator Scholarship
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