The HERDSA TERNZ Research Medal recognises a team or individual who has contributed outstandingly to tertiary education research in New Zealand. This includes tertiary education research itself and/or service to tertiary education research.
Nominations have to be made by HERDSA members; however, eligible nominees are HERDSA members, academic developers, and/or active researchers in the field of tertiary education research. It is possible to self-nominate.
The awards panel seek the following information:
Up to 300 words explaining the significance of the individual’s or team’s contribution(s) to tertiary education research in New Zealand with supporting evidence (e.g., links to relevant publications, testament, accolades and so forth).
Nominations typically close in October of each year. Check back for more details about the 2025 call for nominations.
See the previous year's nomination form below for an indication of what is expected:
TERNZ_Medal_Nomination_Form_2024.doc