GRITS

Gerontologists Rooted In The South

The award seeks to maintain and stimulate interest in the history of SGS, and perpetuate the legacy of past and present members, including recognition of their achievements in the field of gerontology, their contributions to enhancing the lives of elders in the SGS region, and their service as role models for future generations interested in the advancement of knowledge and practice in the field of aging.

If the above criteria has been met and you have all necessary information ready you can submit your nomination for this award by completing the application form below.

When nominations for SGS GRITS are open, the nomination form will appear here!

The GRITS Hall of Fame

2026

Jennifer Craft Morgan

2026

Luci Bearon

2025

Ishan Canty Williams

2024

Candace Kemp

2024

Donna Wagner

2023

Althea Taylor Jones

Althea Taylor Jones

2023

Shirley Travis

2023

Jim McAuley

2022

Ronald Aday

2021

Christine Jensen

Christine Jensen

2020

Jodi Teitelman

Jodi Teitelman

2020

Malcolm Cutchin

Malcolm Cutchin

2020

Carter Osterbind

Carter Osterbind

2019

Janice Wassel

Janice Wassel

2019

Richard Tucker

Richard Tucker

2019

Rebecca Adams

Rebecca Adams

2017

Dana Bradley

Dana Bradley

2017

Thomas Rich

Dr. Thomas Rich

2017

Laura Feldman

Laura Feldman

2016

Ed Rosenberg

Ed Rosenberg

2016

Rosalynn Carter

Rosalynn Carter

2016

E. Douglas Beach

E. Douglas Beach

2015

Erdman Palmore

Erdman Palmore

2015

Victor Marshall

Victor W. Marshall

2015

Frank Whittington

Frank Whittington

2014

Edward Ansello

Edward Ansello

2014

Priscilla Perry

Priscilla Perry

2014

Leonard Poon

Leonard Poon

2013

Lorin A. Baumhover

Lorin A. Baumhover

2013

Constance L. Coogle

Constance L. Coogle

2013

Jim Mitchell

Jim Mitchell

2013

Graham Rowles

Graham Rowles

2012

Vira Kivett

Vira Kivett

2012

Wiley P. Mangum

Wiley P. Mangum

2012

Jo Ann O'quin

Jo Ann O’quin

2011

Gordon F. Streib

Gordon F. Streib

2011

Barbara Pittard Payne Stancil

Barbara Pittard Payne Stancil

2011

Charles F. Longino Jr.

Charles F. “Chuck” Longino Jr.