by Angie Matthews | Apr 13, 2026 | Uncategorized
Josephine L. Taylor Award The Personnel Preparation Division of AER invites submissions of nominations for the Josephine L. Taylor Award. This award was named for Jo Taylor, who has been inducted into the Hall of Leaders and Legends and was a strong advocate for...
by Angie Matthews | Mar 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Susan and Paul Ponchillia VRT Publication Award This award was established in 2008 to honor VRT Division members who have written and published for the benefit of the field and the enhancement of our knowledge base. Purpose: The VRT Division is offering a...
by Angie Matthews | Mar 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Alice Raftary Rising Star Award This award was named for Alice Raftary in 2006 due to her mentoring and support of many new professionals to this field and her years of creative and dedicated work. She is a Living Legend and her story can be found in the APH Hall...
by Angie Matthews | Mar 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Elizabeth Lennon Award for Meritorious Achievement This award was named for Elizabeth Lennon in 2006 to recognize her dedication and pioneering work in preparing university professionals and supporting community programs for seniors and people with disabilities....
by Angie Matthews | Mar 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Bruce McKenzie Award for Lifetime Achievement The Bruce McKenzie award is a biennial award established by the VRT Division to honor Bruce McKenzie for his pioneering leadership in the field of rehabilitation teaching. It is the Division’s highest award, presented...
by Angie Matthews | Feb 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Orientation and Mobility Citation of Excellence for Direct Service Award The Orientation and Mobility Citation of Excellence for Direct Service was established in 1985 to present “to a younger member of the profession, to encourage O&M specialists whose...
