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Student Recognition Program

John Michael Student Poster Awards

Recognizing Excellence in Student Research

Named for John Michael, CPO, FAAOP, FISPO, whose visionary leadership and commitment to advancing the profession are deeply woven into the Academy’s history, this award honors his enduring legacy while reinforcing the Academy’s commitment to education, research, and professional growth.

About the Awards

The John Michael Student Poster Awards recognize outstanding student poster presentations accepted by the Academy’s Clinical Content Committee (CCC). These awards celebrate academic excellence, clinical relevance, and emerging contributions to the O&P profession.

Recipients will be selected prior to the Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium and announced during the meeting each year.

Eligibility: All students whose posters are accepted by the Academy’s Clinical Content Committee (CCC) and who are Academy Members will be considered for the award.
1st Place
$750
Certificate of Recognition
2nd Place
$500
Certificate of Recognition
3rd Place
$250
Certificate of Recognition
Award recipients will be acknowledged during the Annual Meeting, featured in Academy communications, and celebrated across digital platforms.
For questions, please email education@oandp.org.

Selection Criteria

  • Clinical relevance to the O&P profession
  • Research quality and overall strength of the submission
  • Impact on practice, knowledge, or future innovation

Recognition

  • Announced at the Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium
  • Honors the legacy of a leader whose influence shaped the profession
  • Supports and elevates the next generation of clinicians and researchers