2008 AUCD Award Recipients

Commitment, dedication, persistence, leadership, motivation, and empowerment--these words only begin to describe the individuals, organizations, and programs that have made the AUCD network a life-changing force in the field of developmental disabilities. At AUCD's 2008 Annual Meeting, we again had the honor of recognizing the excellence of those who make a difference. 

Association Awards

• Distinguished Achievement Award: Hill M. Walker, PhD
• Outstanding Achievement Award: Sarah Rule, PhD
• Leadership in Advocacy Award: Shannon J. Grant Caldwell
• Young Professional Award: Melissa H. Bellin, PhD
• Anne Rudigier Award: Catherine P. Keiling, BA
• Service to the Organization Awards: Lucille A. Zeph, EdD; Elizabeth A. Bishop, MSSW; Susan Yuan, PhD
• President's Award: William E. Kiernan, PhD

Council and Committee Awards

• The Multicultural Council Award for Leadership in Diversity: Stephen Gilson, PhD
• The Council on Community Advocacy Award: Center for Disability Resources, University of South Carolina
• Gold Star Award: Sharon Lewis

Central Office Awards

• Special Appreciation Award: Patricia A Morrissey, PhD