Kirby L. Hays Memorial Award
The Kirby L. Hays Memorial Award is sponsored by ESA-SEB. One award is given each year to an outstanding M.S. student. The recipient is recognized with a $200 cash award and a plaque at the annual Branch meeting.
Southeastern Branch Distinguished Achievement Award in Horticultural Entomology
This award recognizes and encourages outstanding contributions to American horticulture. The award will be presented at the ESA-SEB Annual Meeting. The recipient is expected to be present at this meeting to receive the award.
Southeastern Branch Recognition Award in Insect Physiology, Biochemistry, and Toxicology
This award recognizes and encourages innovative research in insect physiology, biochemistry and toxicology.
Southeastern Branch Award for Excellence in Integrated Pest Management
This award recognizes and encourages outstanding contributions to integrated pest management in North America and U.S. possessions. Recipients of this award are nominated for the ESA Award for Excellence in Integrated Pest Management.
Southeastern Branch Recognition Award in Urban Entomology
This award recognizes and encourages outstanding extension, research, and teaching contributions in urban entomology. The award will be presented at the ESA-SEB Annual Meeting. The recipient is expected to be present at this meeting to receive the award.
Southeastern Branch Recognition Award In Entomology
This award recognizes entomologists who have made or are making significant contributions to agriculture. The award will be presented at the ESA-SEB Annual Meeting. The recipient is expected to be present at this meeting to receive the award.
Southeastern Branch Distinguished Service Award to the Certification Program
This award recognizes and encourages outstanding contributions to the ESA Certification Program and professionalism of entomology. The award will be presented at the ESA-SEB Annual Meeting. The recipient is expected to be present at this meeting to receive the award.
Southeastern Branch Awards
Award Nominations will be open October 10 through December 15 annually
Professional Awards
Southeastern Branch John Henry Comstock Award
Deadline - December 13th Annually - The student must be pursuing a Ph.D. degree with a major in entomology or not have graduated more than one year prior to presentation of the award.
Southeastern Branch Meetings
| YEAR | DATES | LOCATION | PROGRAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | March 8-11 | Hilton Head, SC | Website |
| 2025 | March 9-12 | Baton Rouge, LA |