https://wmpllc.org/ojs/index.php/ajrt/gateway/plugin/AnnouncementFeedGatewayPlugin/atomAmerican Journal of Recreation Therapy: Announcements2024-04-03T09:35:13-04:00Open Journal Systems<p><em><strong>American Journal of Recreation Therapy</strong> </em>is the unchallenged journal of record in the field and the gold standard for providing recreational therapists the latest research, techniques and advances in the use of recreational intervention.</p> <p>Guided by Timothy Passmore, Ed.D., CTRS/L, FDRT and an internationally recognized editorial review board, <em><strong>American Journal of Recreation Therapy</strong></em>, in a seamless flow from theory to proven application, strives with each issue to help recreational therapists make recovery a reality for their patients of all ages and stages of disability.</p>https://wmpllc.org/ojs/index.php/ajrt/announcement/view/37Scholarships to Attend the ATRA Conference - Apply today2024-04-03T09:35:13-04:00American Journal of Recreation Therapy<p class="x_MsoNormal">Please share this with your students, alumni and co-workers regarding scholarships to attend the ATRA Annual Conference. Thank you!</p> <p><strong>Peg Connolly Scholarship:</strong> Hey, students! We're excited to announce that it's time to apply for the 2024 Peg Connolly Scholarship for recreational therapy students! Attending an ATRA annual conference is an incredible opportunity and <a href="https://wiakayzab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Eo1fpUY9MouT93M4RbY4Xih58FeR4v_LWOlO5KeP1Af-1hdOVXS1mPHFT1LC0bhbWhxYKknNEFCkB21jeh5Oh1K7NpWFjIDiC8kDWMJgp11HF2npGFo_eGqKSwaOY8OLtM53RGGwKGV7RzNqK6zzDiI5mG20lUZe9eWWSwqdU7Sv5_xypoTeo7lr0J7SndR6HLa4qZOw1n3znIDvPYMBV3JayQ4IF9yGmbXxw5vwhmob473ZG-2emCXxZNKdhEQ9KjQf5hxkQBhVwSRzIJlzChrM_pumEFzkdG8MIoJSNJPvSvWjy4MjZgxsaUjdNz5tlwHkyBMUUDeDGE0JVG-BLvUWk9M0lcMM5QyFkQHEQkvM0vI4HysDGN0HNDf2Mfph_sd-rgxVB0aHu_5mlSiu-dCszFLF-OpREtVO4g--uFkf4pbNDEXTe-ZykU0OO5aPN-63g2iW6Pbeov9UtNZYqm5L3hUtk2_H_1YtPVF3J6GwZbFn3tXG51acmsKsUD3B&c=-hrdi5x7X1ruiUUP2ovliyjw0U-bgb0uPUEnTZPUWitAFfKNZTGg7A==&ch=mhAnO6t-EgcFZKszLny7HJHk5VJUv_nwrQ4Az_q-QkpkG97XNXsBpA==" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>#ACON24</strong></a> (October 12-15 in Kansas City, MO) is going to be unforgettable! The Peg Connolly Scholarship is available to undergraduate, graduate and PhD members of ATRA who are enrolled in a recreational therapy program during the conference year. Scholarships include conference registration, accommodations, and a meal stipend ($100). This scholarship is a “working scholarship”. Students assist in various aspects of implementing the conference such as room hosting, registration and monitoring social events.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">Applications are due by May 1st, 2024. Review all the details and apply now at the link below. <a href="https://www.atra-online.com/page/PegConnolly" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.atra-online.com/page/PegConnolly</a></p> <p><strong>Martha Judge First Time Attendee Scholarship</strong>: Will <a href="https://wiakayzab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Eo1fpUY9MouT93M4RbY4Xih58FeR4v_LWOlO5KeP1Af-1hdOVXS1mPHFT1LC0bhbCC4d0BZGFLjVouixxRgTwXMpRd1OEkE2WP1VDZY5pVVEPBWbkH6_P8RuI8ddWFgc5TGfOX_24tddNhMU-wkuwQL4EWF3Qn1m5JRa-cbjYFpcXbBVJQfPu5_utNVo23EBl_JQWwqPsdjQhgG1oBucOEPP4j6ldkh2AGdqXkh3ywJZlPesxZSnxIJRR-vwjP73oTjaFiIIqlnYk9EdKoFUlGhBnl67iYp2yQuTsbVfkGlV0pJOCfWiUABFO9dugAZAd0lD66t5G77ZEvvwsmZ_wSOWR46fZ4qfUhp3rPolusjMUJ886BnR-X4HvwXlpgMZP9EAu_vhLZCS5UmjpdHxIKmeI5ZLnVvMKvruGUxqm2n4DIfcy_XXtWo7Xg27ctamGxYHWq94Fd8ERBUNIcyHRW0VUj7jzsFJZp5VICCoMmqkMZEqfToMmHRevE0QN6VV&c=-hrdi5x7X1ruiUUP2ovliyjw0U-bgb0uPUEnTZPUWitAFfKNZTGg7A==&ch=mhAnO6t-EgcFZKszLny7HJHk5VJUv_nwrQ4Az_q-QkpkG97XNXsBpA==" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>#ACON24</strong></a> be your first in-person ATRA conference? We're excited to announce that it's time to apply for the 2024 Martha Judge Scholarship for First-Time Conference Attendees! Attending an ATRA Annual Conference is an incredible opportunity and ACON24 (October 12-15 in Kansas City, MO) is going to be unforgettable!</p> <p>The Martha Judge Scholarship offers financial support to students and current professionals who might not otherwise be able to attend ACON24. Scholarships up to $500 will be awarded to help cover the costs associated with attending the conference. This is a “working scholarship” where recipients will assist in various aspects of implementing the conference such as room hosting, registration, and monitoring social events.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">Applications are due by May 1st, 2024. Review all the details and apply now at the link below. <a href="https://www.atra-online.com/general/custom.asp?page=Scholarship" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.atra-online.com/general/custom.asp?page=Scholarship</a></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">Dawn DeVries, DHA, CTRS, DFRT<br />Associate Professor & Program Director<br />Recreational Therapy<br />Grand Valley State University<br />301 Michigan Ave. NE<br />Grand Rapids, MI 49503<br />616.331.5553</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"> </p>2024-04-03T09:35:13-04:00