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It's time to nominate an outstanding colleague for AZAALAS Member or Technician of the Year. Just follow the link below for this year's nominations and fill out as much information as you know, we will track down anything you don't, but do it right away to give us time to complete your form. Nominees must be a member in good standing
Each year our Member and Technician of the Year award winners receive a uniquely Arizona award at the Holiday Installation in December, and one of 3 choices:
Primary registration (at early registration national member rate - workshops not included) and transportation (standard airfare) paid to the next AALAS meeting held within District 8 within the following calendar year – www.d8aalas.org
Gold national AALAS membership (currently a $190 value) – for more information see: https://www.aalas.org/membership/individual
$100 cash award
They are also inscribed on our perpetual award plaques
The Grace Aranda Member of the Year Award
Winners of this award encourage active participation within the branch; works diligently to meet deadlines regardless of other daily obligations; volunteers to assist fellow members and provide support when needed. They promote education through meeting attendance and believe in active membership in the branch.
They take measures to encourage animal welfare in research and actively participate in branch and national organizations for continuing education. They may present papers and posters at meetings or write articles. They have received awards to recognize exceptional contributions to the field of laboratory animal science along with active participation in community education and support and nominate others as well.
If you know a current AZAALAS member who meets this description, nominate them today!
Judging happens in October and winners are announced at the December Holiday Installation
Our Past Member of the Year Winners:
Thania Haviland - 2022 |
![]() Grace Aranda - 2021 |
Stephanie Bybee-Gonzalez - 2020 |
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David Lopez - 2013 |
April Wagner - 2012 |
Grace Aranda - 2011 |
Tim Martin - 2010 |
Chrystal Redding - 2009 |
Grace Aranda - 2008 |
Grace Aranda - 2007 |
Chrystal Redding - 2006 | Grace Aranda - 2005 | Grace Aranda - 2004 | Andi Mitchell - 2003 | Grace Aranda - 2002 |
Grace Aranda - 2001 | Stephanie Munger - 2000 | Grace Aranda - 1999 | April Kern - 1998 | Grace Aranda - 1997 | Jane Criswell - 1996 |
Louise Brooks - 1995 | Tim Martin - 1994 | Grace Aranda - 1993 | Jose Orozco - 1992 | Casey Kilcullen - 1991 | Grace Aranda - 1990 |
The Stuart Houston Technician of the Year Award
Nominees for the Technician of the Year award must demonstrate a positive attitude and a dedicated approach to the betterment of animal care through technical performance and education at your facility.
Individual accomplishments may include:
If you know a current AZAALAS member who meets this description, nominate them today!
Judging happens in October and winners are announced at the December Holiday Installation
Our Past Technician of the Year Winners:
Andra Doherty - 2022 |
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Nicole Johnson 2021 |
Amanda Repka 2020 |
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Courtney Wammack-Mitchell 2018 |
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Eilene Janke - 2015 |
Mark Lindholm - 2014 |
Mike Comroe - 2013 |
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Eric Tolotti 2011 |
Kahrin Romer - 2010 |
Tom Greene - 2009 |
Cindy Madura - 2008 |
Barbara McNally - 2007 |
Dustin McAndrew - 2006 |
Rebecca Hyzer - 2005 |
Dana Jansen 2004 |
April Wagner - 2003 | Larry "Skip" Moe - 2002 | April Wagner - 2001 | Kathy Stollberg - 2000 | Jose Padilla - 1999 | Jessie Loganbill - 1998 |
Vangie Patula - 1997 | Leigh Kleinert - 1996 | Cindy Richner - 1995 | David Williams - 1994 | Cheryl Johnson - 1993 | Kathy Stollberg - 1992 |
Kathy Aprahamian - 1991 | Vangie Patula - 1990 | Louise Brooks - 1989 | William Schechner - 1988 | Peggy Kundrat - 1987 |
Lab Products Animal Technician Award:
This program is designed to reward a deserving animal care technician from each of the 8 AALAS Districts and Canada with the opportunity to attend their first National AALAS Meeting. The award is limited to animal care personnel, with at least one year of laboratory animal care experience, that have never attended a National AALAS Meeting.
Kim Gonzalez - 2016 |
Ben Lowry - 2015 |
Justin Towne - 2011 |
Scott Cannon - 2008 |
The District 8 Ron Orta Humanitarian Award:
Established in memory of a compassionate man who devoted his life to the furtherance of laboratory animal science, the Ron Orta Humanitarian Award is awarded each year to the professional who exhibit extraordinary compassion towards their peers; displays a spirit of cooperation and involvement in the activities of their local community; and, participates in continuing education, either as an educator or student in the field of laboratory animal science. See D8 award page for more information on nominations and winners.
Grace Aranda was the first recipient of this great honor sponsored by Allentown Inc in remembrance of our good friend Ron Orta. The award was presented April 23, 2008 at the District 8 Meeting in Seattle, WA. |
National AALAS Technician of the Year:
The Technician of the Year Award recognizes an individual for their accomplishment and contribution to the promotion of laboratory animal care. Nominees have primary responsibility for feeding, handling, and/or care of laboratory animals. The award promotes the laboratory animal technician as an integral member of a research team and encourages continuing education. Nominees for this award are often individuals who have received the Technician or Technologist of the Year Award from their local branch.
April Wagner - 2006 |