Julian U. Stein Lifetime Achievement Award Grant

The Julian U. Stein Lifetime Achievement Award honors a SHAPE America professional who epitomizes Dr. Stein's exemplary leadership in education, mentorship, and advocacy for individuals with disabilities. With over 45 years of dedication to the field, Julian Stein has made significant contributions through writing, public speaking, and community service. This award recognizes those who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to improving lives through physical activity and educational programming for individuals with disabilities.

Julian Stein, Ph.D.
Julian Stein has been in the profession of serving individuals with disabilities for more than 45 years. He has earned a terminal degree, and has demonstrated a prolific ability to publish written materials (books, articles, book chapters and monographs). He has been a mentor to students and colleagues throughout the years and has spoken at local, national and international levels. Julian has also served as editor for international journals. Julian has been dedicated to the grassroots land practitioner level of the profession by volunteering as coach and referee. Julian has been an advocate for individuals with disabilities and advocating for legislative supports at the local, state, and federal levels.
The Julian U. Stein Lifetime Achievement Award is given to a SHAPE America professional who best exemplifies Dr. Stein's leadership in teaching, mentorship, writing, speaking and volunteerism at all levels of professional involvement including higher education, as well as educational and community programming. As an innovator, creator, visionary, and risk-taker, Dr. Stein represents the very best in dedication to an active and healthy lifestyle for all individuals.

Eligibility

Currently be a member of SHAPE America and shall have held such membership for at least ten (10) years prior to nomination.
Recipients must have been active in the profession of serving people with disabilities in physical activity, recreation, sport and/or dance for at least 25 years.
Earned at least a master's degree.Eligible applicants must meet at least five of the eight criteria below.
Authored or co-authored at least 15 published articles or monographs.
Written a book or developed assessment tools or procedures.
Created a unique program and/or has written curricula that serves students/individuals with special needs.
Presented ten (10) national and/or international presentations.
Volunteered for a cause that concerns the health and wellness of individuals with disabilities and demonstrated long-term commitment of volunteer service to this chosen cause.
Conducted and/or created practitioner oriented publications, teacher in-service, and/or public school professional involvement.
A demonstrated level of involvement in the advocacy for the rights and interests of individuals with disabilities in physical activity, health, wellness, and/or sport for at least 10 years.
Involvement in national and/or international professional organizations.
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Ineligibility

Individuals may not receive the same award more than once
A person may be a candidate for no more than one award during any one year. In the event that a nomination for one person is received from two or more different nominators and the nominations are for different awards, the nominee shall choose the award for which s/he wishes to be considered.
Individuals currently employed by SHAPE America are ineligible to be considered as candidates for SHAPE America awards.
Individuals currently serving as members of the Recognition Awards Committee are ineligible to be considered as candidates for SHAPE America awards.