2020 has definitely been a “different year”! Due to the pandemic and in-person events being cancelled, we haven’t had the opportunity to celebrate the athletic training profession all together in person. However – we can still celebrate the AT profession together…………virtually. Please join athletic trainers, family and friends of the AT profession for the NATA Research & Education Foundation’s first ever “virtual” 5K. Whether you are an elite runner, one that…
FWATA Voting Members, Our election ballot for FWATA Treasurer is now open. We have three outstanding candidates who have volunteered for this managing board position. Per our FWATA constitution and bylaws, the Treasurer will be selected by FWATA members with voting rights. Please be aware that this election ballot will only be available for the month of September and will close on September 30th at 11:59pm (Hawaii Standard Time). Voting…
Congrats to the District 8 recipients of NATA Awards this year!! While the NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo will be virtual this year, we can’t wait to recognize our valued D8 members and celebrate with them! 2020 Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award: Carolyn Peters MA, ATC, CSCS The Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award recognizes NATA members who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to leadership, volunteer service, advocacy, and distinguished professional…
Aloha FWATA members! I hope everyone is staying safe as we continue to adjust to the new normal of social distancing with the COVID-19 pandemic. As announced a few weeks ago, the FWATA Managing Board and AMCS Committee have been monitoring the rapidly changing situation and we were hopeful that our Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium scheduled for July 14-18, 2020 in Kona, Hawaii would continue as planned. After long…
It is with great pleasure that we are able to honor our colleagues that have provided their service to our district and profession. 2020 Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award Hazel Ando, MS, ATC Administrative Assistant to the Athletic Director/Event & Insurance Coordinator, University of California, Santa Barbara Education: Eastern Kentucky University – Master of Science, Sports Administration; California State University, Long Beach – Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology: Athletic Training Volunteer…
Aloha FWATA members! We are definitely in unprecedented times with the COVID-19 pandemic. The FWATA Managing Board is working very closely with the FWATA AMCS Committee and we continue to monitor the rapidly changing situation associated with the pandemic. We will follow the guidance set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), Department of Health (DOH), and other government organizations. At this point, we…
The Far West Athletic Trainers’ Association is pleased to announce the Winter Quarter 2020 winner of the Excellence in Athletic Training Award. This award is a unique and prestigious accolade, which recognizes a member of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) who displays an exceptional commitment to mentoring, professional development, and enhancing the quality of health care, as well as demonstrates the highest level of service, professionalism, and competence. This…
As part of a new initiative to get tools, resources, and information out to the membership of District 8 – the LGBTQ+ Advisory Committee is excited to start sharing new resources the committee has developed during every FWATA email campaign. This month we’re sharing with you an infographic that was developed by our committee on how to create an inclusive and welcoming Athletic Training Facility. This infographic, which essentially serves…
FWATA would like to congratulate the three NATA Award winners from District 8. These dedicated athletic trainers have served their state, district, and national membership for over 20 years and will be honored at the national convention in June. The Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer award recognizes NATA members who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to leadership, volunteer service, advocacy and distinguished professional activities as an athletic trainer. The Athletic Trainer Service…
FWATA 2020 Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium will be held July 14-18, 2020 at the Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay, Kailua-Kona, Hawai’i. Certified athletic trainers can earn up to 28 CEUs with 13 EBP CEUs by attending the additional pre-conference and mid- conference educational sessions. Space is Limited- Register Early (22 CEUs: 15 Category A CEUs and 7 EBP CEUs are included in the registration price). Two…
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