One of the Allied Trade Association's greatest strengths is the dedication, innovation, and leadership demonstrated by our members. As we prepare to recognize individuals and organizations that have made exceptional contributions to the ATA and the laboratory animal science community, we invite you to participate in the awards nomination process.

Please take a few moments to consider those whose service, achievements, and commitment deserve recognition through one of the following awards:

Floyd Poling Award
Awarded to a worthy member who has served the Association with distinction, the Floyd Poling Award honors the legacy of ATA founder Floyd Poling and his commitment to cooperation and service within our profession.

Industry Innovation Award
This award recognizes an ATA company and/or an employee whose development of an apparatus, product, or service has advanced laboratory science and achieved widespread adoption within the industry.

Robert O. Boyington Lifetime Achievement Award
Named in honor of Robert O. Boyington and his four decades of dedicated service to the ATA, this award recognizes members whose long-standing commitment has left a lasting impact on the Association. Eligibility includes members who have reached age 65 and maintained ATA membership in good standing for at least 20 years, or individuals who have served as ATA President.

These awards represent the highest levels of achievement, service, and innovation within our Association. Your nominations help ensure that those who have made significant contributions receive the recognition they deserve.

We encourage you to participate and help celebrate the individuals and organizations that continue to strengthen and advance our profession.

LAMA Scholarships    

The Allied Trade Association (ATA) is making available up to three $800 scholarships for LAMA members attending their first LAMA/ATA Annual  Meeting. The scholarships will cover the meeting registration fee  ($445) and up to $355 to cover various travel expenses. The scholarship                      recipients will be selected based on merit and financial need.

          Applicants must provide the following information:

          ■ A completed ATA scholarship application form
          ■ A letter of recommendation from his/her supervisor
          ■ Current curriculum vitae or resume
          ■ A letter of request stating why you would like to attend the LAMA / ATA Annual Meeting.  This letter should include the goals and objectives the                 candidate wishes to achieve, and evidence that without financial support from the ATA, the candidate would not be able to attend.

Scholarship applications can be found at https://lama-online.org/partners/ata-scholarship-program/