Inaugurated in 2001 by the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), the intent of the Gordon Prize is to recognize new modalities and experiments in education that develop effective engineering leaders. The focus is on innovations such as curricular design, teaching methods, and technology-enabled learning that strengthen students' capabilities and desire to grow into leadership roles.

The Gordon Prize is presented annually*, and the recipient receives a $500,000 cash award, half granted to the recipient and the remainder granted to the recipient's institution to support the continued development, refinement, and dissemination of the recognized innovation. NAE members and non-members who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S., and who currently are and have been substantially engaged in their engineering and scholastic work in institutions within the U.S. are eligible for the Gordon Prize.

*The 2009 Charles Stark Draper Prize and Bernard M. Gordon Prize were awarded on February 17, 2009.  It is anticipated that these awards will next be presented in February 2011.  Nominations submitted in anticipation of awards in 2010 will be considered for the 2011 prizes. The Call for Nominations for the 2011 prizes will begin on January 4, 2010 and end on April 1, 2010. If you have any questions, please contact Deborah Young at (202) 334-1266 or e-mail at dyoung@nae.edu.