Purpose :
To recognize an outstanding senior undergraduate major in Health Promotion based on student academic performance, professional development-related experiences, and accomplishments within the framework of the Professional Health Educator Competencies.
The student selected by the Health Promotion and Behavior Faculty Committee will receive a check for $300 and have his or her name included on the Outstanding Senior Undergraduate Award certificate/plaque to be presented during the spring semester.
Eligibility :
Applicants must have completed the following HPRB Major classes in each category:
a) at least three of the following: HPRB 3020, HPRB 3700, HPRB 3750, HPRB 3150, HPRB 4450, HPRB 5160, HPRB 3210, HPRB 5060, HPRB 5210
b) HPRB 4400 (or currently enrolled)
Application Process :
The following criteria will serve as guidelines for the application and selection process:
1. Submission of a typed, two page philosophy statement about health promotion which will include:
why you chose health promotion and education as your major and intended professional career
your professional goals and/or career objectives
what do you have to offer to the health promotion and education profession.
2. A resume including:
- your overall GPA and your major GPA (3.0 minimum for both)
- your professional-related experiences (work and voluntary service)
- accomplishments while a student at UGA (honors, awards, etc)
Application Deadline: All applications are due to Dr. Hein by February 28th.
Contacts:
Dr. Katie D. Hein
321 Ramsey Center
706.542.4358 (office)
706 542 4356 (fax)
khein@uga.edu
Dr. Carol P. Cotton
331 Ramsey Center
706-542-2804 (office)
706-542-4956 (fax)
cpcotton@uga.edu