James G. Mitchell Award

The James G. Mitchell Fund was established in 1965 and is maintained by contributions to the National Speleological Foundation. This award includes a cash award for the best scientific paper presented at the NSS Convention by a student member (or members) of the Society. Eligible papers shall be judged by an interdisciplinary panel appointed by the Mitchell Award Sub-committee Chair.

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Lake Castrolova 📷 Steve Eginoire

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