Nomination Timeline
Applications are closed for 2026.About the Award
The Outstanding Osteopathic Medical Student of the Year Award honors one osteopathic medical student who has demonstrated exceptional philanthropic efforts, a deep commitment to community service, and meaningful contributions to ACOFP and the osteopathic family medicine community. Originally established by the Auxiliary to the ACOFP, the award reflects Marie Wiseman’s legacy of support for osteopathic medical students in need. Review the eligibility criteria and application requirements below.
Award Criteria
- Must be an OMS II, OMS III, or OMS IV ACOFP student member
- Must be a member of both the ACOFP student chapter and national ACOFP
- Must have demonstrated meaningful contributions to ACOFP and a strong commitment to community service
- Must have attended at least one ACOFP affiliate or national convention (virtual or in-person)
Application Requirements
- Completed online application
- Current CV
- At least one letter of recommendation
- A 3–5-minute video outlining your goals and aspirations in connection to your osteopathic philosophy. Share why you are a strong candidate for the award and describe an activity or event that positively impacted your school or community. In your video, address one of the following:
- Your level of participation and leadership in that activity, and how you plan to apply the experience to future patient care, or
- Your involvement with a local, national, or international philanthropic organization
Award Amount
$5,000
A Look Back:
Award Recipients
Current Award Recipient(s)
- Maduka Gunasinghe