The Raymond A. Katzell Media Award in I-O Psychology January 2006

Dr. Mildred E. Katzell (Kitty) has honored the memory of her husband and colleague by donating funds to establish the Raymond A. Katzell Media Award in I-O Psychology. She had been looking for a suitable mechanism to recognize Rays dedication to good science and good practice of I-O. The Visibility Committee under the leadership of Wendy Becker proposed a number of ways to recognize Ray and his service to our profession. After considerable thought and discussion, Kitty decided the award should recognize members of the media, such as science writers, reporters, television writers, directors, and producers, who have publicized good I-O science and practice in public media.

According to Kitty, this is the sort of thing Ray would have been enthusiastic about. It provides an opportunity to broaden the reach of I-O by sharing the many contributions of I-O psychology with the general public.

The first Raymond A. Katzell Media Award will be made in 2007, based on the best evidence-based publication or production that has widespread impact. SIOP members are urged to watch for publications, movies, or TV shows and to nominate them for consideration for the award. Details as to procedures will be published in TIP later in 2006.

Each year, the winner of this award will be invited to attend the SIOP annual conference to receive recognition and a cash award. While there, the winner will make a presentation. The Katzell Fund will pay expenses.

Former students of Ray Katzell are already discussing ways to add to the funds Kitty has provided. Anyone who is interested in supporting this award should send a check to the Toledo Community Foundation, noting that it is for the Katzell Fund (SIOP Foundation).

The Foundation Trustees are grateful to Kitty for her generosity and believe this award will be another significant step in making I-O psychology visible. We are excited about its potential for our science and practice.

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