The Phi Beta Kappa Award for Distinguished Service to the Humanities

The award includes a cash prize and a medal named for Mr. and Mrs. William B. Jaffe, whose gift of $25,000 enabled the Society to create the award in 1970. Mr. Jaffe was a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Union College. Award recipients are honored at the Triennial Council Meeting of the Phi Beta Kappa Society.

Nomination Process

For full consideration, please include:

• A letter detailing your recommendation of the candidate for this award
• A copy of the nominee's curriculum vitae 
• Your contact information as the nominator 

Nominations for this award are accepted every three years. There will be a call for nominations a year and a half prior to each Triennial Council in the Key Reporter, the General Newsletter and social media.