This award honors Dr. W.E.B. DuBois (1868-1963), one of the most prolific and insightful academicians, writers and activists in human history. Authors/publishers should send copies of the book and nomination materials directly to each member of this Awards Committee Division (dated either one-year preceding or in the year of the award).

 

The current curriculum vitae of the author(s) and a nomination letter that explains the strengths of the submission as an integrative work and how it meets criteria established by the award should accompany the book. Textbooks, analytic reviews, biographies, and edited volumes are not eligible for consideration.

 

There are no restrictions on nominees, and self-nominations as well as nominations by others are encouraged.

All nominations and supporting materials must be received on or before August 1 of the award year.