AATA Honors and Awards
For a description of the criteria and nomination process for each award, please click the award title below.
You may contact Dr. Elizabeth Parke at eaparke@uark.edu with questions or concerns.
NOMINATION DEADLINES:
Hall of Fame: February 15
All other awards: June 1
The Arkansas Athletic Trainers’ Association Hall of Fame exists to recognize the very best of our profession. Induction into the Hall of Fame honors athletic trainers who exemplify the mission of AATA through significant, lasting contributions that enhance the quality of health care provided by athletic trainers and advance the profession. These men and women have shaped the profession through their noteworthy accomplishments and dedication to service, leadership and professionalism.
Dean Weber Athletic Trainer of the Year
The Athletic Trainer of the Year Award may be bestowed upon a state of Arkansas licensed athletic trainer and AATA member in good standing who has contributed in a meaningful way to the athletic training profession and/or athlete care and who has exceeded the standard of excellence in their day-to-day work.
Dr. Doug Parker Recognition Award
The Dr. Doug Parker Recognition Award may be bestowed annually to an individual who has served the AATA in a dedicated and professional manner and has gone above and beyond to enhance the profession of Athletic Training in the state of Arkansas. Their time and talents have been for the betterment of the AATA and the advancement of the profession.
The Call of Duty Award may be bestowed upon a State of Arkansas licensed athletic trainer and AATA member in good standing who has gone above and beyond the call of duty during a critical life-saving event serving the public and mankind.
Honorary Membership may be bestowed upon an individual who has contributed to and/or promoted athletic training in the State of Arkansas. These individuals could include: athletic trainers in other states for contributions to the profession, physicians and/or other allied healthcare professionals, NATA office personnel, coaches/athletic directors/administrators, parents, athletes or others who have contributed significantly to the healthcare and welfare of athletes in the State of Arkansas.
This award shall automatically be bestowed by the Honors and Awards Committee on any AATA member (current or retired) in good standing who has met the following criteria: if the member’s age in years plus the number of years of AATA membership equals 98 or more. This shall include any documented years as an AATA student member as well.