The purpose of the North Central Branch Award of Merit is to recognize individuals making outstanding contributions to the North Central Branch of the Entomological Society of America. The nominees will be judged on continued, superior accomplishments in service without reference to other entomological achievements. The awardee will be recognized at the Annual Meetings of the North Central Branch with a plaque presented by the NCB President.
The purpose of the C. V. Riley Award is to provide recognition to members of the North Central Branch of the Entomological Society of America who have made outstanding contributions to the science of entomology. The awardee will be recognized at the Annual Meeting of the North Central Branch with an plaque presented by the NCB President.
This award recognized individuals who made significant entomological contributions to agriculture. As of October 2018 this award is no longer being offered and has been combined with the Distinguished Achievement Award in Horticultural Entomology and the Recognition Award in Urban Entomology to create the NCB Legacy Contribution Award
View this list of those who have previously received this award.
This award is presented to an NCB-ESA member for outstanding contributions to integrated pest management. The NCB-ESA award recipient will receive a plaque acknowledging their accomplishments. The winner will also serve as the Branch nominee for the Award for Excellence in Integrated Pest Management offered by the Entomological Society of America. This ESA award at the national level only accepts nominations from the Branches.
October Issue - 2022
Nominees Sought for Key NCB Positions!
| Year | President |
|---|---|
| 2020-2021 | Mark Boetel |
| 2019-2020 | Andy Michel |
| 2018-2019 | Bill Ravlin |
| 2017-2018 | John Ruberson |
| 2016-2017 | Linda Mason |
| 2015-2016 | Luis Canas |
| 2014-2015 | Paula Davis |
For more information on North Central Branch's governance and officers, please select from the following:
Current Officers (members only)
| Year | Dates | Location | Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | April 19-22 | Des Moines, IA | |
| 2025 | April 13-16 | Lincoln, NE | Website |
| 2024 | March 24-27 | Fort Collins, CO |