AANS is pleased to offer awards to chapters and chapter leaders that have shown demonstrated excellence throughout the year. Awards will be given out at the Awards Banquet at the 58th Annual AANS Convention on September 19, 2008.
The awards packet is now available! All applications for awards must be submitted to AANS no later than August 29. The awards booklet provides information and documentation forms for all awards except the Chapter of Champions Award, which has its own packet (see below).
OUR AWARDS!
Most Association Members to Pre-Register for Convention
This award is given to the school that has the highest percentage of students pre-registered for the AANS Annual Convention on September 19-20, 2008. The percentage is based on the total AANS/NSNA membership. No submission is required for this award. AANS will determine the winner based on registration receipts.
Top State Project Fundraiser
This award is given to the school that raises the most money during the AANS State Project Fundraiser, "Pennies from Heaven". No submission is required for this award. AANS will determine the winner based fundraising receipts.
Chapter with Highest Percentage Increase in Membership
This award is given to the school in each of three levels that has the highest percentage increase in overall membership over the past year, from September 1, 2007 until September 1, 2008. To find out what level your school is in, whether it be Silver, Gold, or Platinum, click HERE. No submission is required for this award. AANS will determine the winner based NSNA registration information.
Outstanding Chapter President Award
This award is given to recognize a Chapter President for outstanding leadership skills and accomplishments during their term. Successfulness in increasing memberships and implementing worthy community projects are a few of those activities desired for an outstanding leader.
Outstanding Executive Member Award
This award is given to recognize the AANS officer who has demonstrated leadership and camaraderie among the officers and students within the state. An officer who has performed the designated task of the office beyond their duties and responsibilities will be acknowledged, in addition to personal accomplishments during their term.
Leader of Leaders Award
This award is given to the Chapter Advisor who demonstrates outstanding commitment to the growth and development of their student members at the local, state, and national level.
Outstanding Projects Awards
Awards will be given for the best Community Health Project, the best Breakthrough to Nursing Project, and the best Legislative Project.
Chapter of Champions Award - NEW!
This award is given to the schools that accumulate the most points throughout the year for participation in numerous AANS/NSNA activities and events. An application binder must be submitted with correct documentation.
The award is given to a school in each of three categories based on school size (and NOT current membership). To find out what level your school is in, whether it be Silver, Gold, or Platinum, click HERE.
The following information booklet and documentation forms will be helpful in preparing your submission. AANS is currently in the process of finding sponsors to award CASH prizes with the awards!
