Scholar-Patriot Award
First presented in 2000, this award recognizes the extraordinary contributions of individuals who share the commitment of the Academy’s founders, a group of patriots who devoted their lives to promoting the arts and sciences in service to the nation.
Recipients
2023
Nancy C. Andrews — physician-scientist, geneticist, educator, and academic administrator — who, as Chair of the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, guided the Academy through a period of transformation and growth with tireless dedication and great care for both the Academy’s members and its staff.
2016
Morton L. Mandel, Business Leader, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, and Dedicated Public Servant.
2011
Yo-Yo Ma, Musician, Educator and Humanist.
2008
Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, for extraordinary service to the Academy, the community, and the nation.
2006
Louis W. Cabot, captain of industry, philanthropist, and valued advisor to business, government and civic organizations.
2001
William T. Golden, visionary statesman, respected adviser, munificent patron of science and culture, and trusted friend and mentor to generations of men and women.
2000
Leo L. Beranek, master of acoustics, farsighted entrepreneur, dedicated public servant, and steadfast patron of culture.