This award goes to a student who excels academically and makes early contributions to the field through conference presentations, research or involvement in one or more of the organizations of the field, and/or who has overcome practical difficulties to study parapsychology. The Award includes a small cash grant and one complimentary year of PA membership, if the Award Winner is already a member. The Award Winner will also be invited to give a 30-minute Invited Address at a future PA convention on the topic of his or her choice.