Awards
One of the most positive things our Association
can do is to recognize the accomplishments and dedication
of our peers. Annually SCSHA honors both members
and non-members for their outstanding achievements
and service to the fields of Audiology and Speech
Language Pathology. The presentation of an award
or honor upon one of our colleagues is indeed an
affirmation of the significant contributions they
have made to our profession.
The following honors and awards are given to outstanding
colleagues within our profession:
- Typed nominations should be sent to the Special
Recognition Committee for eligibility consideration.
Approval will be conferred by two-thirds vote
of the Executive Board. Nominees for any recognition
will be notified if they are the recipient of
an award or honor. Awards will be presented at
the annual SCSHA Convention.
- Nominators must be a current SCSHA member
Please note that for some awards, the recipient
must be a current SCSHA member
All nominations must be accompanied by:
- One typed letter of nomination which clearly states
the reasons for the nominee’s eligibility
includes a summary of the nominee’s professional
activities, and the signatures, addresses and phone
numbers of three (3) SCSHA members making the nomination.
- The nominee's vita is only requested in the case
of the Kleffner Award but may be requested of other
nominees later in the nomination process.
If you have questions on the nomination process,
contact Elaine Sanders-Jackson, Recognition Chair,
esjcccslp@aol.com
Mail all nominations to:
Elaine Sanders-Jackson
279 Woodberry Drive
Orangeburg, SC 29115
Fax: 803-535-1610
Deadline for nominations
is November 1. Nominations must
be received by November 1, Be sure to permit adequate
time for mailing service.
The recipient of this award is recognized for distinguished
contributions to the South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing
Association and/or significant contributions to
the fields of the speech-language pathology and/or
audiology. This is the highest recognition SCSHA
can award to an individual.
In addition to the Criteria
listed above:
The individual:
- must be a member of the South Carolina Speech-Language
Hearing Association
will be eligible for consideration if she/he has
made a significant contribution to at least two
(2) or more of the following criteria categories:
The Association itself, through active participation
on committees, held office, or through active
participation in the Association conferences.
The profession itself at the local, state, or
national level.
Other association affiliations not directly associated
with SCSHA or the profession (such as AAMD, CEC,
etc.).
The recipient of this award is recognized for advancement
of knowledge in clinical practices as evidenced
by the significant recent accomplishment or a lifetime
of accomplishments in the advancement of clinical
services in speech-language pathology and/or audiology.
In addition to the Criteria
listed above:
The individual:
- must be a member of the South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing
Association
- nominees are not limited to any particular type
of clinical achievement or activity. Some eligible
activities for which an individual would be eligible
might include (for example purposes only): outstanding
achievement with single clients or groups of clients,
exceptional clinical service programming or program
development, significant achievement in a state
or local organization or government agency or activity,
clinical teaching, research, or administration.
Nomination must include:
- Identification and description of the outstanding
clinical achievement. Nomination documents should
include information on when and where the specific
achievements took place.
- Description of the significance of the achievement.
- Explanation of how the nominee’s actions
have advanced knowledge in the area of clinical
practices.
- Explanation of the nominee’s role in the
achievement.
The recipient of this award is recognized for outstanding
contributions to clinical science and practice in
communication science and disorders OVER A TWENTY
YEAR OR LONGER PERIOD. The contributions may have
been in clinical service, supervision or administration
of clinical service, clinical research or any other
activity which has promoted excellence in clinical
service.
In addition to the Criteria
listed above:
The individual:
- must be a member of the South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing
Association, however, need not be a member of ASHA,
but should exemplify the ideals of the American
Speech-Language-Hearing Association and its advocacy
for effective human communication.
Will be considered with:
- Summary of nominee’s education and career.
- Description of nominee’s specific contributions
- Submission of nominee’s vitae is necessary
at point of nomination.
The recipient(s) of this award is recognized for
distinguished contributions to speech language and
or hearing. Nominees may include individuals, groups,
institution or organizations.
In addition to the Criteria
listed above:
A group or individual will be considered
eligible based on at least three (3) or more of
the following criteria:
- A significant contribution to the profession
on a local, state or national level.
- A significant contribution to SCSHA as a member.
- Worked for at least (5) years in the profession
or related area.
- Made an impact on the public in the area of
treatment and prevention.
The recipient of this award is recognized for outstanding
and unique service in their respective work setting.
Nominees may include any individuals or program
deserving of state wide recognition.
In addition to the Criteria
listed above:
The individual:
- must be a member of the South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing
Association. If a program is nominated, at least
one member of the group must be a SCSHA member.
Each letter with 3 signatures must contain
the following information and assure the following
criteria are met:
- Program Name/Title
- Speech-Language Pathologist(s), Speech-Language
Clinician(s), and/or Audiologist(s) affiliated with
the program being nominated. At least one nominee
must be members of SCSHA.
- School District/School Name, Phone Number and Address
- Brief Description of the Program
- List at least five (5) qualities which you feel
make this program exceptional and unique (please
be specific).
- Supervisor(s)/Administrator(s) responsible for the
program.
The nominee must be a full-time student enrolled
in a baccalaureate, masters, or Ph.D program in
speech-language pathology or audiology in South
Carolina. Nomination consists of a letter, signed
by a SCSHA member, stating the reasons this student
has been an asset to one or more of the following:
their program of study, clinical practicum, extracurricular
activities, and/or service to the state and/or national
organizations.
SCHSA Ambassador is to be an individual who could
represent the communicatively handicapped persons
you serve.
Keep in mind that the SCSHA Ambassador will be
presented to the SCSHA members at the Annual Convention.
Furthermore, the recipient’s photo will appear
in the program distributed at the convention, and
a press release will be made available for the recipient’s
local newspaper. The Governor’s office will
be contacted to schedule a photo session for “May
is Better Speech and Hearing Month” Proclamation.
(Please remember the appointment is at the Governor’s
discretion for approval. Other than SCSHA Board
Members, those attending will be restricted to:
the recipient, Parent or Guardian, and the person
making the nomination)
Nominations should include:
- Recipient’s Name and Date of Birth
- Nominator’s Address, Phone, and Email
- Brief Description and History of Communicative Disorder
- Statement why you feel this person would exemplify
those who have communicative disorders
- Current Photo of Recipient
Deadline for Ambassador nominations is
November 1. Nominations must be received
by November 1, Be sure to permit adequate time for
mailing service.
Mail Nominations for Ambassador to:
SCSHA Office
701 Gervais Street, Suite 150-206
Columbia, SC 29201
Fax: 1-888-729-3489
Send Recognition Award nominations to:
Elaine Sanders-Jackson
279 Woodberry Drive
Orangeburg, SC 29115
Fax: 803-535-1610
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