The International Society of Political Psychology presents the John L. Sullivan Mentor Award annually. John L. Sullivan, Professor of Political Science, Emeritus, University of Minnesota, was central in establishing the political psychology program at the University of Minnesota as a joint venture of both the psychology and political science departments. His work has been central to the field for several decades, and his students and their students now form the core of the field. This award therefore honors faculty who, like Sullivan, have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to and a history of success in the mentorship of undergraduate students, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. The John L. Sullivan Mentor Award is for faculty engaged in the field of political psychology.
Sullivan aided undergraduate and graduate students, collaborators and faculty colleagues beyond count. He did so quietly and in ways often unnoticed even by those he helped, but most who know him are aware of the impact he had. In brief, his mentoring took many forms, but a common thread in John Sullivan’s legacy is his ability to form collaborations based on equal status among all participants. The program was and remains a leader among political psychology interdisciplinary programs.
To honor those who have distinguished themselves as mentors, we seek nominations of faculty who have demonstrated excellent mentorship in multiple ways that may include:
- Providing intellectual leadership directed at encouraging and enabling their peers and students.
- Building institutions for research and scholarship that assist scholars in the various aspects of their growth into able scholars. In various ways political psychology has greatly benefited by enduring institutions beyond the academic calendar to foster the field. Among these are the Summer Academies, beginning with that of Ohio State University, now at Stanford University, the ISPP’s summer academy and conferences such as the bi-annual New York Area Political Psychology Meeting.
- Integrating students and/or postdoctoral scholars into the broader culture of the field of political psychology.
- Demonstrating leadership and initiative at the program level to improve improve mentorship access and quality for all participants ranging from undergraduates to senior faculty.
Recipients of The John L. Sullivan Mentor Award will receive an award of $500.
Eligibility
- Nominees must be faculty members who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to and a sustained period of success in mentorship.
- Nominators should document the contributions of those they nominate attending to the many forms forms that mentorship can take.
How to Nominate:
Nominations may be submitted by current and former graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and faculty colleagues. All nominations must include the following: An argument as to why she/he deserves the award in accordance to the eligibility recommendations above. To complete a nomination, simply send these materials to the Committee Chair by the deadline.
The award recipient will be strongly encouraged to attend the Annual Meeting and Awards Reception.
2024 Award Committee:
Chair: Amanda Bittner (Memorial University)
Committee: Ann Crigler (University of Southern California)
THE NOMINATION PROCESS FOR 2024 is CLOSED. The deadline for nominations was extended to 15 February 2024.
Winners will be notified by early April 2024.
Current Winner
John L. Sullivan Mentorship Award
Cristina Montiel, Ateneo de Manila University
Cristina J Montiel, a Professor Emeritus at the Loyola Schools of Ateneo de Manila University, is celebrated for her remarkable achievements and unwavering commitment to mentorship. With an illustrious career spanning over four decades at Ateneo de Manila, Cristina has made a profound impact as a peace/political psychology professor.
Her scholarly contributions are truly exceptional, encompassing over 100 peer-reviewed academic papers on critical topics such as Mindanao peace-building and the psychology of democratic transitions. Her work has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Ralph White Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Psychological Association’s Peace Psychology Division in 2010 and the Outstanding Psychologist title from the Psychological Association of the Philippines in 2016.
Cristina Montiel's dedication to mentorship is equally impressive, with a history of guiding and inspiring undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral scholars throughout their academic and professional journeys. Her mentorship has left a lasting impact on the lives of many, shaping the next generation of scholars.
With her election to the esteemed National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST), Prof. Montiel's contributions to science and technology have received the highest recognition. As a valued member of NAST, her expertise and insights will continue to shape the landscape of social sciences, inspiring future generations of researchers and scholars.
Past Winners
- 2023 Cristina Montiel
- 2022 Stanley Feldman
- 2021 Kristin Monroe & David Sears
Our thanks to those who have provided the initial funding for this award:
| John Aldrich | James L Gibson | Mark Peffley |
| Barbara Allen | Ewa Golebiowska | David Peterson |
| Davida Alperin | Paul Goren | Jonathan Peterson |
| Patricia Avery | Dana Griffin | James Piereson |
| Karen Bird | Pakou Hang | Wendy Rahn |
| Eugene Borgida | Russell Hanson | Nigel Roberts |
| Angie Bos & Bas van Doorn | Henriet Hendriks | John Romano & Mary Kay Metz |
| Thomas Brothen & Elizabeth Molberg | Jon Hurwitz | Thomas Rudolph |
| Diana Burgess | Melinda Jackson | Martin & Ellen Sampson |
| Chris Chapp | Lawrence Jacobs | Monica C. Schneider |
| Yun-han Chu | William Jacoby | Michal Shamir |
| Terry Collings & Carol Miller | Amy E. Jasperson | Phil Shively |
| Pamela Johnston Conover | Craig & Margaret Bull Kovera | Thomas Skovholt & Lisa Yost |
| Lois B. Cooper | Jennifer Lambe | Elizabeth Smith |
| Michael X. Delli Carpini | Howard Lavine | Mark Snyder |
| Bud and Cathy Duvall | George E. Marcus | Daniel Stevens |
| Rachel Estroff | Greg McAvoy | James Stimson |
| Daniel Dezner | Patrick Meirick | Elizabeth Theiss-Morse |
| Chris Federico | Joanne Miller | John Transue |
| Stanley Feldman | Robert O’Connor | Mark Watts |
| John & Barbara Freeman | Paula O’Loughlin | Ian Williamson |
| Amy Fried | Alina Oxendine | Jason Young |