2004 SIGCAS Making A Difference Award Recipient
EUGENE SPAFFORD, Purdue University

The SIGCAS Making a Difference Award is given annually to an individual nationally recognized for work related to the interaction of computers and society. The recipient is a leader in promoting awareness of ethical and social issues in computing. The recipients of this award and the award itself encourage responsible action by computer professionals.

The 2004 award went to Professor Eugene Spafford, Purdue University. Dr. Spafford is recognized internationally for his outstanding contribution in both the technical and public policy aspects of protecting the global cyberspace infrastructure. His award was presented by SIGCAS Past Chair Dianne Martin at a special dinner in Washington, DC.