The World Food Prize Foundation

Internship Excellence Award

The Internship Excellence Award goes to one Borlaug-Ruan International Intern each year in recognition of the intern's accomplishments and performance. The award include a $1,000 prize.

2025 Internship Excellence Award

Ariadne Pappa

Ariadne Pappa received the 2025 Internship Excellence Award. Ariadne wholeheartedly embraced the international internship experience. She fully embodied the values of Dr. Norman Borlaug--service, dedication to global food security and scientific excellence. Beyond her commitment to research, she carried a spirit of global citizenship, fostering collaboration among peers and contribution knowledge... [ View ]

2024 Internship Excellence Award Recipient

Lily Hestjean

Lily Hestjean of Hammond, Indiana, received the 2024 Internship Excellence Award. Lily received the Internship Excellence Award for her excellent internship report, personal and professional growth during her internship, creative communication skills, commitment to the experience and outstanding ambassador of the Foundation during her Borlaug-Ruan International Internship at EARTH University in... [ View ]

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