The Wyoming Public Health Association recognizes public health professionals and students for their contributions in the field of public health and other health related fields. This awards are given each year at the Annual Education Conference/Awards Banquet. This year the awards will be given on September 18, 2014 in Fort Collins, Colorado.
The Board of Directors for the Wyoming Public Health Association are currently accepting nominations for the awards listed below. Nomination deadline is Friday, August 22, 2014.
Dr. Carl Blank Award
The Dr. Carl Blank Award honors those members who have distinguished themselves in the field of public health, and who have, through their membership, made a significant contribution to the Wyoming Public Health Association.
Dr. Carl Blank Award Nomination Form
Outstanding Public Health Advocate
The Outstanding Public Health Advocate Award honors an individual who has made significant contributions to public health in the State of Wyoming. This award had previously been called the Wyoming Politician Award and was limited to elected officials. The Wyoming Public Health Association expanded the award’s scope in 2006 to include ANY person who has made significant and lasting contributions to public health in Wyoming, whether or not the individual is a resident of Wyoming.
Outstanding Public Health Advocate Nomination Form
The WPHA Memorial Student Scholarship for Outstanding Student in Public Health
The WPHA Memorial Student Scholarship for Outstanding Student in Public Health (formerly known as the Raella Gustafson Award) honors those individuals who are pursuing higher education and who have distinguished themselves through their leadership, commitment, and contributions to the field of public health.
Outstanding Student in Public Health Nomination Form