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AKSHA Announces the 2009 Dr. Helen Dittman Beirne Awards
for Commitment to Communication Education

Dr. Helen Beirne was instrumental in starting the Alaska Speech and Hearing Association. She is remembered by a great number of individuals as a role model and mentor in the area of speech and language, and in humanitarian work. In memory of Dr. Beirne, the Alaska Speech-Language-Hearing Association presents two awards this year, to suitably qualified candidates demonstrating a commitment to undertaking studies leading to a degree in communication development and disorders. At this time, in Alaska, it is especially crucial to applaud this pursuit, since there is a shortage of qualified personnel to assist people experiencing communication problems.

Applicants should show pursuit of studies in communication, in the area of speech/language or hearing at an accredited institution in the undergraduate or graduate department. Each scholarship is valued at $1000 in the 2009-2010 school year. Download the application here. Fill in the blanks, save the form and send it to Celia or send to the address below.

Awards will be determined by the executive board based on information in the award application, teacher recommendations, and/or grades.

The committee may give preference to Alaska Native students, and applicants working with Alaska Native population.

Applicants must be US citizens.

Further information may be obtained by contacting the Scholarship Committee, Alaska Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 4325 Laurel St #100, Anchorage, AK 99508, or send email to Celia Foley.

Applications should be sent directly to the Scholarship Committee at above email or street address by August 30, 2009.

Award recipients will be contacted. Recipients will be posted here.

Awards Presented by AHSA

Honors of the Association

The Honors of the Association recognizes distinguished contributions to the field of speech, language and hearing, and is the highest honor the Association can give.

ASHA Fellows

The ASHA Fellows recognizes professional or scientific achievement and is given to members who have made outstanding contributions to the professions. The award is one of the highest honors that ASHA can bestow and is retained for life.

Frank R. Kleffner Clinical Career Award

This award is presented in recognition of exemplary contributions to clinical science and practice in communication science and disorders over a period of no less than twenty-years. The award is an object of art with a recognition plaque. Nominations are due to ASHA by April. Contact ASHA for selection criteria and nominations procedures.

Rolland Van Hattum Award for Contributions in the Schools

This award is presented in recognition of exemplary commitment and contribution to service delivery in the school setting. The award is a plaque and $1000 to the recipient and $500 to the school system. Nominations are due to ASHA by May. Contact ASHA for selection criteria and nomination procedures.

Louis M. DiCarlo Award for Recent Clinical Achievement

Only a state association can nominate an individual to represent that state. This award is for advancement of knowledge in clinical practice as evidenced by significant recent accomplishment within the past six years in speech-language pathology and/or audiology. This award is a plaque and $1500 to further their work. Nominations are due in April to ASHA. Contact Molly Thompson for nomination procedures.

Awards Presented by AKSHA (under development)

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