2026 SWACM Annual Meeting
Award Nomination Form
Application deadline: July 31, 2026
Notification: September 11, 2026
Award Date: September 11, 2026 (at the annual meeting)
Additional Information:
Professional Achievement Award in Clinical Microbiology
- A non-doctoral SWACM member who resides within or outside the SWACM six state
area and has contributed substantially to the field of clinical microbiology
- Nominations are accompanied by supporting data: 1) curriculum vitae 2) any other
supporting information which may include community service, educational, and research
activities, and 3) letters from others supporting nomination (not required)
- Upon selection, recipients are presented a plaque, a lifetime honorary membership in
SWACM, and a monetary award of $500 value
Jan Howard Distinguished Service Award
- A SWACM member who has provided distinguished service to SWACM
- An individual who has fostered the growth of clinical microbiology through their
contributions to education, research, and/or laboratory practice
- An individual who has inspired colleagues and/or students to work and contribute to clinical microbiology and to their community
- Nominations are accompanied by supporting data: 1) curriculum vitae 2) other supporting
information that may include community service, educational and research activities, and
3) letters from others supporting nomination (not required)
- Upon selection, recipients are presented a plaque and a lifetime honorary membership in
SWACM
Describe the nominee's qualifications and contributions. Suggested areas include:
- Impact on SWACM (for Distinguished Service Award) or the broader field of clinical microbiology (for Professional Achievement Award)
- Leadership, mentorship, or education efforts
- Notable accomplishments or innovations
- Length and depth of service
Attach the following supporting documents:
- Curriculum vitae
- Letters of support