A memorial award for CSIFT Members who have passed away during or after extended and extraordinary service to the Chicago Section IFT.
Purpose
To recognize extraordinary service posthumously.
Eligibility
Chicago Section Members. Nominated by any member in good standing of the CSIFT.
Award
The Award consists of a virtual plaque on the CSIFT Webpage that includes the names, lifespan and date of election of those CSIFT members selected for the award. A physical plaque or stone memorial engraved with name, lifespan and date of election shall be awarded to the family of the member
Past Award Recipients
- 2017 – Susan Monckton (April 5, 1952-March 20, 2014)
- 2017 – Dean Duxbury (1934-Oct. 9, 2016)
- 2017 – F. Glenn Connick (1927-June 20, 2013)
- 2017 – Gerald Bard (Oct. 7, 1932-Nov. 20, 2016)
- 2018 – Olivia Fisher (1986-2017)
Get Involved with CSIFT
Sharpen your leadership skills by joining our leadership team as a board or committee member. Share your knowledge and grow the next generation of food science professionals by volunteering at a CFSF Outreach event and being a mentor. Expand your professional network by attending CSIFT events.

