Edward Henderson Student Award
Edward Henderson Student Award recognizes health professions students for excellent contributions to geriatrics and career interest in the field, highlighting its importance to care for older adults.
Funder: American Geriatrics Society
Due Dates: December 7, 2026 (Estimated annual nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: Award amount not specified
Summary: Recognizes undergraduate health professions students for excellent contributions to geriatrics and an interest in a geriatrics career.
Key Information: Individuals may be nominated or apply for only one AGS award category per year.
Description
The Edward Henderson Student Award is a recognition opportunity presented by the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) for an undergraduate student in a health professions program. It honors excellence in contributions to geriatrics alongside an interest in pursuing a career in the field. Its emphasis is on achievements already made, rather than funding a specified research study or project.
The award is part of the AGS annual awards program, which honors outstanding contributions to high-quality, person-centered care for older adults. Within that broader program, this award highlights student achievement in geriatrics and the field’s importance to the care of older people.
