MAPA Annual Awards

MAPA is proud to celebrate the impact and dedication of MN PAs through an annual awards program. The following awards may be awarded annually by MAPA. Click the title to view past recipients.

PA of the Year

The PA of the Year award can annually be awarded to an outstanding PA who exemplifies and embodies those qualities and philosophies that characterize the profession and who uses those attributes to serve the professional and society. Any PA who lives or practices in the state of MN is eligible for nomination.

Preceptor/Mentor of the Year

The Preceptor/Mentor of the Year award can annually be awarded to a PA student preceptor who has actively precepted/mentored PA students within the preceding 12 months. 

Past President's Award

This award is given annually by the MAPA Immediate Past President to recognize an individual whose contributions to MAPA have been exceptional.