2012 ~ Nashville, TN

The Southern Gerontological Society’s 33rd Annual Meeting and Conference

Gerontology:

A Legacy of Commitment

The 2012 Southern Gerontological Society conference was held April 19-22 at the Sheraton Nashville Downtown Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee.

2012 Documents

2012 Award Recipients

Gordon Streib Distinguished Academic Gerontologist Award

This award is presented to an individual educator or researcher, affiliated with an academic institution, whose work has contributed to the quality of life of older people. Awardees demonstrate significant contributions in all of the following: involvement in educating or training students, educators and/or service providers; publications; and leadership in professional organizations and organizations which serve older people.

Rhoda Jennings Distinguished Older Advocate Award

This award is given to an SGS member who has a sustained record of leadership in the field of aging including innovative programs that link research and practice, all of which have clear impact on the quality of life of older persons.

2013 SGS Rhoda Jennings Older Advocate Award - Evelyn Newman
Evelyn Newman (seated)

Applied Gerontologist Award

This award is given to an SGS member who has a sustained record of leadership in the field of aging including innovative programs that link research and practice, all of which have clear impact on the quality of life of older persons.

Media Award

This award honors a contribution, in any medium, that furthers understanding of aging in the region and contributes to the mission of SGS.

SGS Student Paper Award

Since 1999, SGS has presented a Student Paper Award each year to recognize academic excellence.

SGS Student Poster Award

“Transitions, Teachable Moments, and Transformations: Walking a Mile in Their Shoes.” Faculty Adviser: Kelly Niles-Yokum, PhD.

“Pathways to Homelessness of Older Adults Living in Extended Stay Hotels.” Faculty Adviser: Terri Lewinson, PhD, LMSW.

2013 SGS Student Poster Award Winner - Wendy Myers
Wendy Myers (center)

“Promoting a Longer Life Expectancy with a Better Quality of Life: Baby Boomers and Chronic Diseases.”

With Special Thanks To:

2013 SPONSORS:

  • Anonymous Friend of SGS
  • Sage Publications
  • Sigma Phi Omega Delta
  • Gamma UNCG
  • University of North
  • Carolina at Charlotte

2013 EXHIBITORS:

  • Appalachian State University
  • AV.E Health, LLC
  • Gerontological Society of America
  • Seniors Health Insurance Program
  • University of North Carolina at Charlotte
  • University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Gerontology
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington

2013 ADVERTISERS:

  • AV.E. Health, LLC
  • Elder Care Advocacy of Florida
  • Georgia State University
  • James Peacock
  • University of North Carolina at Charlotte
  • University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Gerontology
  • University of North Carolina Greensboro School of Nursing
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington

2013 DONORS:

  • Kenneth Cook