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Welcome to the AARC Summit Award!

Each year, the House of Delegates recognizes state affiliates for their efforts and achievements in promoting the respiratory care profession and its respiratory therapists. The summit award application documents a state affiliate's activities in seven different areas of contribution:

  • Education activities
  • Membership, Recruiting and Retention
  • Legislative Activities
  • Promoting Public Awareness/Communication to Membership
  • Student Activities
  • Leadership/Mentoring
  • Scholarly Activities

Eligibility Criteria

  • Affiliate must be in good standing with the AARC.
  • All activities documented in the application took place between 1/1/2025 and 12/31/2025.
  • Affiliate delegates will notify their state society after the summer meeting, and the award will be presented at the AARC Congress.

    If you have any questions, please contact the committee Co-Chairs at (hodawards@aarc.org).