Purpose
The APS Outstanding Volunteer Award recognizes APS members for their excellent service in furthering the mission and strategic goals of APS through their volunteer efforts.
Eligibility
APS members who are currently active in a leadership role or other volunteer activity of APS are eligible to be nominated, with the exception of members actively serving on Council, or as editors-in-chief or senior editors of APS.
Nomination Requirements
Nominators must submit a one-page nomination letter outlining the nominee's current or most recent volunteer activities with APS over the past five years. The letter should highlight how the nominee stands out, providing clear examples and evidence to demonstrate their exceptional contributions. To make the nomination compelling, describe in detail the impact of the nominee’s efforts and explain why their contributions are significant
Some helpful things to consider and describe in the letter:
- Does this person take initiative?
- Describe how the nominee has shown ongoing initiative, leadership, and dedication.
- Is the nominee innovative and creative in problem-solving or finding solutions?
- How has the nominee demonstrated innovation or creativity in delivering lasting results.
- How does the nominee inspire others?
- How does the nominee engage in meaningful volunteer activity/service that makes a measurable difference in the APS community?
Nominations are excepted yearly through May 31.
Submit Nomination
Reviewers and Selection
Nominations will be reviewed and awardee(s) selected by the Councilors-at Large. Recipients of the award will be recognized at the APS annual meeting and in Phytopathology News.
Outstanding Volunteer Awardees
- 2023: Sally Mallowa and Stella Coakley
- 2022: Matt Kasson and Rebecca Melanson
- 2021: Olufemi Alabi and Nicole Gauthier
- 2020: David Gadoury
- 2019: J.P. Dundore-Arias
- 2018: Christopher M. Wallis
- 2017: Darin Eastburn and Renee Rioux
- 2016: Monica Elliott and Thomas Mitchell
- 2015: Maya C. Hayslett and Anissa M. Poleatewich
- 2013: Scott Adkins
- 2012: Gary Peterson
- 2010: Michelle Moyer and Dija Selimi
- 2007: Dick Stuckey
- 2006: Scott Gold and Gretchen Kuldau
- 2005: Joyce Loper and Don White
