Criteria – Robert Merry Lecturer Award
Nomination Form - PDF
Objective
To recognize a CSRT member who has made significance contributions to the professional association and / or the profession.
Rationale
This lecture will be the focal point of the plenary program at each annual CSRT Education Conference and Trade Show. To be selected to deliver this lecture will be considered an honor. It is expected that the lecture will reflect the vision and values of the association. The lecture should reflect the outstanding contribution and experience demonstrated by the recipient of this award.
This award also recognizes the important contributions of Robert Merry, one of the pioneers of the RT profession who made significant contributions to the advancement of the profession and the professional association. Many respiratory therapists have benefited from his knowledge, his skills and judgement either as an educator or colleague at some point in their career. Robert Merry was also the first editor of the CSRT Journal and was the CSRT historian / archivist.
Eligibility
Nominees should be a current registered or non‐practicing member of the CSRT. Nominee must be willing to provide a noteworthy presentation at the conference.
Nomination and selection
Nominations will be accepted from CSRT members. Nominations must be received by November 15th, 2009. The nominee for the following year will be announced at the President’s banquet.
Judging criteria
- Nominee is a member in good standing of the CSRT
- Nominee is recognized as a leader in the profession and has made a significant contributions to the profession and / or the professional association at the national level
- Nominee has promoted excellence in the profession
- Nominee has influenced others toward higher levels of achievement
Prize
- Complimentary registration to conference and ticket to the President’s banquet
- Travel and accommodation for the conference
- Plaque presented at the end of the lecture by the CSRT President
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