Awards - Cheers to the Honorees
Paul R. Wright Award for Chapter Excellence
By training the next generation of physician leaders, AMSA is transforming the face of medicine. The 2012 Chapter Success Paul R. Wright Award will recognize six chapters that support AMSA’s mission and are dedicated to inspiring future physician leaders, whether through local events, programming activities, leadership development initiatives, or calls for action.
National Golden Apple Excellence in Teaching Award
AMSA’s National Golden Apple Award for Teaching Excellence recognizes the contributions of a medical school professor who has made a significant impact on medical students’ education.
AMSA/GLMA LGBT Health Achievement Award
The Gay and Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA) and the American Medical Student Association (AMSA) established the LGBT Health Achievement Award in 1999 to recognize a medical school, student group, or individual student for exemplary achievement in advocating the inclusion of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) health issues or concerns within their medical school and medical centers.
Slayton Award
The James Slayton National Award for Leadership Excellence is named in honor of an exemplary former AMSA National President and AMSA Foundation President. It recognizes AMSA members whose exemplary achievement in leadership and management foster the development of exceptionally inspiring physician leaders.