The department of Marketing invites nominations for the Adriana Ilyse Thaler Award.  It has been established to preserve the memory of Adriana who graduated from our undergraduate program in 1991.  The Award will consist of a cash prize of $1,000.  In addition, the honoree will receive a plaque at the graduation ceremonies and have her/his name added to the permanent plaque placed in the undergraduate lounge and the Award's website.

The Award seeks to recognize a graduating senior who majored in management with a concentration in marketing at the University at Buffalo. The criteria for selection include: academic achievements (particularly in marketing courses taken at the University at Buffalo), leadership provided in the University community, activities engaged in to enhance personal skills and character as an outstanding marketing professional, and motivation for self improvement and helping others.

One may apply for the Award herself/himself or nominate others for this unique distinction. You can download the application now (Microsoft Word document). You may also obtain a copy of the application form from Ms. Donna Serwinowski, Secretary, Marketing Department, 215 Jacobs Management Center, telephone: 645-3261. 

The deadline for submission of applications: March 22, 2006.

Previous Award Winners

Funds for the award generously
provided by the family of Adriana I. Thaler (UG '91).