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Recognize Excellence: Nominate Colleagues for AASV Awards

By Abbey Canon

Thank you! Well done! AASV awards provide the opportunity to show appreciation to AASV members who have excelled in their roles within the swine veterinary profession. Now is the time to nominate deserving colleagues for recognition! Nominations are due December 10.

Here’s how:

New: Upload nominations letters (.doc or .pdf files) using the link at aasv.org/awards. Include the following information in the nomination letter: 1) The nominee’s name, 2) the name of the award, 3) a description of the characteristics that qualify the nominee to receive the award, and 4) the name of the person(s) making the nomination.

The following six awards will be presented at the 2026 AASV Annual Meeting in Las Vegas. The awards acknowledge the diverse ways in which members engage with and serve the profession. Previous award recipients are recognized at aasv.org/awards.

Howard Dunne Memorial Award – Given annually to an AASV member who has made a significant contribution and rendered outstanding service to the AASV and the swine industry.

Meritorious Service Award – Given annually to an individual who has consistently given time and effort to the association in the area of service to the AASV members, AASV officers, and the AASV staff.

Swine Practitioner of the Year – Given annually to the swine practitioner (AASV member) who has demonstrated an unusual degree of proficiency in the delivery of veterinary service to their clients.

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