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Judy Linn Membership Award
The AMWA New England Chapter awards a one-
year free membership in AMWA (which includes chapter membership) to qualified newcomers to the field. The chapter may give as many as three membership awards annually.
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Created in 2001, the award honors Judy Linn for her
long-term service to the chapter, especially as membership director and chapter mentor.
Judy Linn at an AMWA meeting in 2014.
Photo by Siobhan E. Gallagher
Candidate Criteria:
To be eligible for the award, candidates must
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Live and work in New England
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Have no more than three years of full-time experience as a medical writer
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Not be an existing AMWA member for more than 12 months or a previous AMWA member
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Candidates may be nominated by a chapter member or they may apply on their own.
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There is no application fee, and you may submit an application at any time.
Recipients have the opportunity to:
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Attend regular chapter meetings featuring informative presentations at no charge
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Network with professional medical and health communicators
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Receive guidance from designated chapter members throughout the year
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Qualify for a reduced member rate at the AMWA national conference
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Receive the AMWA Journal and other AMWA communications
Membership Award Recipients
Congratulations to past membership award recipients for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the organization.
Debbie von Rechenberg presents the Membership Award to Caroline McLachlan on April 14, 2024.
Debbie von Rechenberg presents the Membership Award to Nisha Surendranathan on June 1, 2024.