ALOTA Practitioner Awards & Student ScholarshipsCelebrate Excellence. Empower the Future.Each year, the Alabama Occupational Therapy Association (ALOTA) honors the outstanding work and service of occupational therapy practitioners and students across the state. These awards are presented at our annual Fall Conference & Retreat, providing an exciting opportunity to recognize your peers, mentors, and future leaders. We invite you to nominate deserving individuals who exemplify dedication, innovation, and impact in the field of occupational therapy. Practitioner AwardsElsie Holmes McKibbin AwardThis prestigious award honors an occupational therapy practitioner who has made significant contributions to the profession’s body of knowledge. Sponsored funding supports the recipient’s continued research. The award recipient will present the Elsie Holmes McKibbin Lecture (EHML) at the next ALOTA Fall Conference. Eligibility:
Ann Cosby Service AwardRecognizes a passionate advocate (member or non-member) whose ongoing contributions have advanced occupational therapy and/or healthcare in Alabama. OT Award of ExcellenceCelebrates an occupational therapist who demonstrates exceptional skill, depth of knowledge, and active involvement in the profession and the association. Eligibility:
OTA Award of ExcellenceRecognizes an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) who has significantly contributed to the growth, education, and mentorship of fellow OTAs and the broader ALOTA community. Eligibility:
Student Scholarship OpportunitiesNEW: Creative Scholarship Submissions Accepted!We now welcome diverse formats for scholarship submissions. Choose from: These options allow you to showcase your unique personality, creativity, and passion for occupational therapy. Marie Moore Lyles ScholarshipHonoring the legacy of Marie Moore Lyles, MS, OTR, FAOTA — a pioneer and founding director at Tuskegee University — this scholarship supports students promoting justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Awarded at the annual ALOTA Fall Conference & Retreat Award: $500 Eligibility:
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OT Student ScholarshipsALOTA awards three $500 scholarships to OT students each Fall at the ALOTA Fall Conference & Retreat. Eligibility:
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OTA Student ScholarshipsEach Spring, ALOTA awards two $500 scholarships to OTA students, recognized at the annual ALOTA Fall Conference& Retreat Awards Ceremony. Eligibility:
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Questions?Contact the ALOTA Awards Chair at [email protected] for any inquiries regarding awards or scholarships. See Previous Award Winners**History of awards has been compiled to the best of the board's ability. Should you see any errors, needs for addition, or be able to fill in years we are missing, please contact us at [email protected].
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