The AAPdN-SC is seeking nominations of students who have shown noteworthy commitment to research, clinical, and/or advocacy work during their graduate and postdoctoral fellowship training. Award recipients will receive $100 each as part of their spotlight.

Submission link will be available soon!

**Deadline to submit is February 15, 2026

Who can nominate

Anyone affiliated with AAPdN (fellows, professional, emeritus, honorary, or students)

Categories

• Research

• Clinical

• Advocacy

Eligibility

The nominee must be a full AAPdN-SC member who has paid their 2025 dues.

What to include

• Name and contact information of the student who is being nominated

• Name and contact information of the nominating individual (can be self)

• A short rationale (100–200 words) as to why you think this individual should be considered for the respective award (e.g., experience)

• A copy of the nominee’s curriculum vita