What is the Onizuka Prop Wash Award?
Onizuka Prop Wash Award The Onizuka Prop Wash Award recognizes the student at the United States Air Force Test Pilot School (USAF TPS) who contributed most to class spirit and morale. The honoree from each class is selected by his or her fellow students rather than by school faculty. The award is named in memory of TPS graduate Ellison Onizuka who perished in the explosion of the Space Shuttle "Challenger" in 1986.
IBBY-Asahi Reading Promotion Award The IBBY-Asahi Reading Promotion Award recognizes non-profit institutions or groups that help promote reading among children. The biennial event marked its 23rd occasion in 2016. The Award consists of a diploma and a sum of US$10.000, which will be given to each winner to encourage its activities in the future.