January 15, 2008

To All Physician Assistant Students:

The PSPA is pleased to announce the continuation of the Student Achievement Scholarship Award. This award has been established by the PSPA to recognize students who have demonstrated the highest standards of conduct that promote goodwill, public recognition and professional development of the PA profession. An award of $1000 will be presented to six PA students. These awards will be selected on a competitive basis. Each student will be competing against all other students attending PA Programs in Pennsylvania. The applicants' essays will be judged by the members of the PSPA Awards Committee. More than one student from each program may be among the winners. The awards will be presented during the student challenge bowl banquet at the Annual PSPA CME Conference. Selected students are expected to attend the banquet and receive their award in person.

Eligibility Requirements:
• Currently a student in good standing at an accredited Pennsylvania PA program
• A member of the PSPA at the time of application
• Demonstrate outstanding involvement in your PA program, community and professional activities

The PSPA is devoted to the promotion of the Physician Assistant profession through goodwill, public recognition, and professional development. In an essay, describe your activities with your PA program, community, and profession and how these fulfill the PSPA goals. Essays should be a maximum 750 words, typed and double spaced.

All applications for Student Achievement Award must be completed and submitted by June 30, 2008.

Any questions should be directed to me. I may be reached by email at awards@pspa.net.

All completed applications should be submitted using the Nate Alston Student Achievement Award Application located in the Members Only section under the Student Issues tab. Click here to log into the Members Only section. Click here to become a member of the PSPA.

Good luck to all who apply.

Sincerely yours,

Robert W. Emery, PA-C
Chair, Awards Committee