The Galileo Circle awards scholarships to outstanding undergraduate and graduate students who show exceptional potential in the physical, mathematical, environmental, cognitive, or life sciences.

For more than 20 years, over 2,000 bright minds have been empowered through the Galileo Circle scholarships - representing more than $2 million invested in discovery and innovation.

Each scholarship you fund connects you personally to a student’s journey. You will have the opportunity to meet your scholar at the annual Galileo Circle Scholars Celebration each fall - where generosity and ambition unite to shape the future of science

Annually, the College of Science Galileo Circle proudly honors 5 - 7 extraordinary faculty and staff who go above and beyond in teaching, research, mentoring, outreach, and overall excellence.

These awards represent some of the highest distinctions the College can bestow, celebrating individuals who inspire students and advance scientific discovery in profound ways.

Galileo Circle members make this happen. Since 2004, more than 100 extraordinary faculty and staff have been honored at the annual Galileo Circle Awards Dinner - a meaningful celebration of impact, connection, and a shared commitment of advancing scientific research and education.

This event honors our outstanding students, selected by their department, as Galileo Circle Scholars.

It’s an opportunity for scholars to meet and engage with the Galileo Circle members and patrons who make these awards possible.

The evening includes a student poster session, drinks, dinner, remarks from Dean Carmie Garzione, and special student presentations.

Held backstage at Centennial Hall, this exclusive event provides a unique opportunity to interact with the four renowned University of Arizona faculty speakers of the series, College of Science Leadership and Department Heads, University of Arizona Leadership, and Lecture Series sponsors before the commencement of the 2026 Lecture Series.

The evening includes heavy appetizers, drinks, remarks from Dean Carmie Garzione, and reserved seating in Centennial Hall.

This event celebrates exceptional faculty and staff whose outstanding contributions to teaching, research, mentoring, outreach, and overall excellence are supported through the generous funding of Galileo Circle members.

This evening offers a special opportunity for Galileo Circle members to come together and honor the extraordinary individuals we recognize as the epitome of excellence in the College of Science.

The evening includes cocktail hour, dinner, and awards program.