b'PERIO PEOPLECall forAAP award nominationsAmerican Academy of Periodontology (AAP)The Volunteer Qualifications and Awards Committee reviews all the awards recognize individuals for contributions tonominations submitted and nominates members for service awards; the the Academy and the profession of periodontics.AAP Board of Trustees selects recipients. The Education Committee selects Awards are given in several areas:educationthe Outstanding Periodontal Educator, and the Research Submissions and mentoring, scientific and clinical research,Committee selects published articles for research awards.and service to the AAP and periodontics. A full description of all awards and eligibility criteriaPlease take a moment to nominate a colleague, teacher, scientist, or is on the AAP website at www.perio.org/for- humanitarian for an AAP award. You can find the award nomination form members/aap-organizational-information/ at www.perio.org/for-members/aap-organizational-information/academy-awards academy-awards/award-nomination-form. The deadline for award nominations is January 31, 2022.The Academys objective is to recognize and honor those who move the periodontalQuestions relating to Academy awards may be directed to Amanda Williams, profession forward.Governance Coordinator at amanda@perio.orgVolunteer to serve on an AAP committee or task force today!Each year, the Academy conducts its work through the dedicated efforts of volunteer members who serve on AAP committees and task forces. Many positions are open to Active or Life Active members. There are limited openings for members who have the qualifications, experience, and time that match committees needs. If you are interested in serving on a committee or task force, please complete an application at www.perio.org/for-members/aap-organizational-information/aap-volunteer-registry/. Applications for the In-Service Examination Committee are due February 28, 2022, and all other committees April 30, 2022.For more information, contact Amanda Williams, Governance Coordinator, at amanda@perio.org. AAP Periospectives| 38'