The Sidney Hook Memorial Award

The award was established in 1991 in memory of the distinguished American philosopher and Phi Beta Kappa member, Sidney Hook (1902-1989). Funding for the award was made possible by a grant from the John Dewey Foundation. Award recipients are honored at the Society's Triennial Council Meeting.

Nomination Process

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

Thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination for the 2027 Sidney Hook Memorial Award. Nominations are now closed.

Nominations for the 2030 award will open in 2028.  

For full consideration, nominators will be asked to 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