Medical Student Council Member of the Year Award
The work of EMRA's Medical Student Council would not be possible without the efforts of its student leaders. Each year the MSC member who has demonstrated the most dedication towards achieving the objectives of the MSC is recognized for their contributions.
| 2025 | Mary Pendleton |
| 2020 | Matthew Christensen Peter Mattson |
| 2019 | Hayley Musial |
| 2018 | Shyam Murali |
| 2017 | Ross Christensen |
| 2016 | Brian Fromm |
| 2015 | Kelsey Hills-Evans |
| 2014 | Jacob Nacht |
| 2013 | Zach Jarou |
| 2012 | James Luz |
| 2011 | Joe Reardon |
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