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        Elbert D. Glover, PhD, FASHA, FAAHB, FRIPH
        (1997-2002) 
        "The AAHB is an excellent venue for meeting quality researchers." 
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        Chudley E. Werch, PhD
        (2002-2003) 
        "I'm not one to predict the future, but with sound leadership, and dedicated members, the future is bright." 
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        Robert J. McDermott, PhD, FAAHB
        (2003-2004) 
        "Pay attention to family members and others you love and never let your work be the ultimate driving force in your life – achieving balance in life will be true excellence." 
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        Mohammad R. Torabi, PhD, FAAHB
        (2004-2005) 
        "Do not be afraid of rejection and failure. Learn from them and move on." 
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        David R. Black, PhD, FAAHB
        (2005-2006) 
        "Learn and have the courage to think outside the box." 
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        Bruce Simmons-Morton, EdD, FAAHB
        (2006-2007) 
        "Given its small size and research focus, the AAHB provides a great venue for professional development." 
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        Steve Y. Sussman, PhD, FAAHB
        (2007-2008) 
        "Be good at working with people, be good in methods, be good substantively, be persistent but flexible; follow your research desires and meld them at least in part with what is realistic; be hopeful; enjoy your work." 
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        Molly T. Laflin, PhD
        (2008-2009) 
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        Dennis L. Thombs, PhD
        (2009-2010) 
        "Persevere, do not be discouraged, and ask for help." 
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        David W. Seal, PhD, FAAHB
        (2010-2011) 
        "Stay focused on your career goals. But make sure they are your career goals." 
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        Elaine A. Borawski, PhD, FAAHB
        (2011-2012) 
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        R. Scott Olds, HSD
        (2012-2013) 
        "Be involved, take you work seriously but not yourself; and keep an open mind about always being willing to learn." 
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        Rita Debate, PhD, FAAHB
        (2013-2014) 
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        Dong-Chul Seo, PhD, FAAHB
        (2014-2015) 
        "Take advantage of the AAHB mentoring program in which you can connect with outstanding researchers." 
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        Jeffrey S. Hallam, PhD, CHES
        (2015-2016) 
        "I encourage you to push outside your limits and do research that will change the world." 
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        Jay Maddock, Ph.D., FAAHB
        (2016-2017) 
        "Find your passion and research what interests you. If you are curious and excited about what you do, the research questions come easily." 
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        M. Renée Umstattd Meyer, PhD, MCHES, FAAHB
        (2017-2018) 
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        Mark B. Reed, PhD, FAAHB
        (2018-2019) 
        "Stay true to your passions. Ask for help, offer help. Seek many different kinds of mentors and collaborators. Above all else, be kind." 
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        Lara B. McKenzie, PhD, FAAHB
        (2019-2020) 
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        E. Lisako McKyer, PhD, FAAHB
        (2020-2021) 
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        Katie Heinrich, PhD, FAAHB
        (2021-2022) 
        "Make time for yourself and your own well-being. You can give so much more when your cup is full." 
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        Annie Nguyen, PhD, MPH
        (2022-2023) 
        "You are always your own best advocate but that doesn’t mean you have to go it alone. Lean on your mentors, friends, and peers to find support and allies." 
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        Hsien-chang Lin, PhD, FAAHB
        (2023-2024) 
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        Julie M. Croff, PhD, MPH, FAAHB
        (2024-2025) 
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