The deadline is April 1, 2024 at 5:00 pm.  

The John Lewis Paton Distinguished University Professorship, named for the first president of Memorial University College, recognizes faculty who embody the university's mission by demonstrating exceptional teaching, undertaking world-class research and sharing their knowledge and expertise widely.

The award is comprised of the lifetime designation "Distinguished University Professor" and a one-time unrestricted grant ($20,000) to support future research, teaching and/or public engagement activities at Memorial University.