Final Chance: US-Based Residents Can Apply for Leadership & Advocacy Summit Scholarship by January 22

The ACS is offering a limited number of scholarships to US-based Resident Members of the College who are interested in attending the upcoming Leadership & Advocacy Summit, April 13–16, in Washington, DC. This scholarship will cover up to $500 in housing and transportation costs. Applications are due Monday, January 22.

This annual Summit is a dual meeting that offers volunteer leaders and advocates specialized educational sessions focused on effective surgeon leadership, interactive advocacy training, and coordinated visits to Congressional offices. Meeting information and registration information will be added to the ACS website in the coming days.

Scholarships will be awarded to a broad representation of all facets of US-based ACS Resident Members, with special consideration for first time attendees of the Leadership & Advocacy Summit, as well as candidates in the senior years of their residency programs.

Recipients must stay for all programming on Sunday, April 14 and Monday, April 15, with preference given to those planning to stay through the Congressional Lobby Day on Tuesday, April 16.

Visit the scholarship web page for more information and to apply.