The LCRI Award of Excellence is presented for significant career achievements by an
individual scientist with emphasis on mentoring student research.
- 2012, Dr. Kenneth Adams, Professor of Environmental Science
SUNY Plattsburgh’s Dr. Adams is a distinguished reaching professor in the Center for
Earth and Environmental Science. Dr Adams has taught a number of courses, including
the popular Field Ecology course in the AESP program. His most impressive contribution,
and the reason for this award, is mentoring student research. Dr. Adams has mentored
over 100 undergraduate and graduate students as research advisor, many of which are
still in the same field of study for their careers today. The responses from his former
students about Dr. Adams receiving this award included statements about his never-ending
passion, helpfulness, and impact on their career path.
- 1999, Dr. Gerhard “Gerry” K. Gruendling, Professor of Environmental Science
SUNY Plattsburgh’s Dr. Gruendling has distinguished himself as a consummate educator
and scientist working in the field of wetland ecology and limnology. Gerry has conducted
scientific research on Lake Champlain and Adirondack wetland ecology for the past
30+ years. Numerous awards, including the inaugural LCRI award of excellence, have
recognized his career achievements. Gerry has set a high standard for those who might
aspire to receive this award in the future.