Awards & Scholarships

Established in 1929, the Hoover Medal recognizes engineers whose exceptional service outside their professional careers has made a significant contribution to humanity. The award is administered by our sister Founder Society, ASME. Hoover Medal recipients receive a gold medal and commemorative certificate.

Upon accepting the first Hoover Medal in 1930, Herbert Hoover reflected on its purpose:  “The purpose of the Medal is to mark the public service of men who have gone outside of their strictly professional work to interest themselves in civic and humanitarian affairs; engineers have something to contribute to public service.”  This enduring vision continues to inspire the award today. Watch this video to learn more about the Hoover Medal's history, purpose, and impact.

Nominators are encouraged to begin with an exploratory nomination, with full nominations due by March 15. The Board will review annually suggested nominees from its Member Societies received by August 30. AIME staff will forward recommendations to the AIME Hoover Board representative for their consideration at least one month prior to their fall meeting. The Hoover Board representatives will return a suggested shortlist of candidates to the AIME Board for approval on their fall call to submit a nomination packet to ASME by February 15 of the following year. Note that proposers may be asked to lead or participate in this process.

Email suggested nominees to barbette@aimehq.org. For eligibility guidance, see the ASME Apply Now: Nomination Forms and Instructions page.

AIME is always seeking member volunteers to serve in external award committee capacities. To offer your services, contact AIME Executive Director, Barbette Barlow at barbette@aimehq.org.