Arkansas Society for Respiratory Care (ASRC)

09/06/2026

🏆 **IT’S TIME TO NOMINATE!** 🏆

Do you know an outstanding **Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Care Educator** who deserves to be recognized? Now is your chance to nominate them for the **ASRC Educator of the Year** or **Practitioner of the Year** award! 🎓🫁

These awards recognize respiratory care professionals who demonstrate **excellence, dedication, leadership, and a commitment to our profession and the patients we serve.** ❤️

✨ **Who deserves to be recognized?**
Maybe it’s the educator who inspires the next generation of RTs.
Maybe it’s the practitioner who consistently goes above and beyond for patients and their team.
**Nominate them today!**

👉 **Submit your nomination here:**
[**ASRC Award Nomination Form**](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZfjd5qQXYVCPnQYEUt10FecgQ-ZWJj5rzbK1GJlW3o7wx2w/viewform?usp=publish-editor)

📣 **Please share the nomination form** with your colleagues, coworkers, and fellow respiratory therapists. Help us make sure the outstanding members of our profession get the recognition they deserve!

🏆 **Awards will be presented at the ASRC State Meeting in Hot Springs!**

Let’s celebrate the incredible respiratory care professionals who make a difference every day! 🫁💙



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09/02/2026

🚨 **IT’S OFFICIALLY STATE MEETING MONTH!** 🚨

Can you believe it?! **September is HERE**, which means the **Arkansas Society for Respiratory Care State Meeting is just around the corner!** 🎉🫁

If you haven’t registered yet… **NOW is the time!** ⏰

📅 **September 24–25, 2025**
📍 **Oaklawn Casino & Resort – Hot Springs, AR**

✨ **Don’t wait until the last minute!** Registration time is running out, and you’ll want to make sure you’re there for two great days of **education, networking, professional development, and connecting with your fellow Arkansas Respiratory Therapists!**

👉 **REGISTER NOW:**
https://form.jotform.com/251717849101154

🏨 **DON’T FORGET YOUR HOTEL ROOM!**
Make your plans now and book your stay at **Oaklawn Casino & Resort** so you can stay where all the action is!

🔥 **State Meeting Month is HERE!**
Don’t miss out. Get registered, reserve your room, and get ready for an incredible ASRC State Meeting!

🫁❤️ **We can’t wait to see you in Hot Springs!**

Please click the link to complete this form.

08/24/2026

🚨 TIME IS RUNNING OUT! 🚨

Have you registered for the ASRC State Meeting yet? If not, NOW is the time! ⏰

Don’t miss out on an incredible opportunity to learn, connect, network, and celebrate respiratory care with your Arkansas RT family! 💙🫁

📢 Registration is filling up — and hotel rooms are going fast!
If you haven’t registered or reserved your room yet, don’t wait!

👉 Register NOW:
https://form.jotform.com/251717849101154

🏨 Reserve your hotel room at Oaklawn Casino Resort and make plans to join us!
Book your stay at Oaklawn Hotel Casino Resort:
📞 501-363-4625
🔗 https://book.rguest.com/.../1971/Oaklawn-Jockey-Club/auth
Group Code: BKG1645
Password: 21372779
📅 IMPORTANT: Be sure to enter the exact group arrival dates when making your reservation.

Your ASRC team is excited to see you there! 🙌

Register. Reserve. Join us!
🫁💙 The countdown is on!

Please click the link to complete this form.

08/21/2026

🗳️ **IT’S TIME TO VOTE!** 🗳️

Arkansas Respiratory Therapists — your voice matters! 💙

The **ASRC Board of Directors election is now open**, and we encourage all eligible ASRC members to take a few minutes to cast your vote and help shape the future of respiratory care in Arkansas.

📅 **Voting ends September 4, 2026**

Don’t wait until the last minute! Make your voice heard and participate in selecting the individuals who will represent and serve our profession.

👉 **VOTE HERE:**
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R5T9YX2

Thank you for your participation and for supporting the **Arkansas Society for Respiratory Care!** 🫁💙

08/20/2026

🚨 HAVE YOU REGISTERED YET?! 🚨

⏰ DON’T WAIT — REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!

The ASRC Annual Convention is coming up quickly, and now is the time to get your registration and hotel reservation taken care of! 🫁💙

We don’t want you to miss out on great education, networking, fellowship, and all the fun planned for this year’s convention!

👉 REGISTER NOW:
https://form.jotform.com/251717849101154

⚠️ Registration and hotel arrangements need your attention NOW. Don’t put it off until the last minute — secure your spot and your room while you can!

🏨 HOTEL RESERVATIONS
Book your stay at Oaklawn Hotel Casino Resort:

📞 501-363-4625
🔗 https://book.rguest.com/.../1971/Oaklawn-Jockey-Club/auth

Group Code: BKG1645
Password: 21372779

📅 IMPORTANT: Be sure to enter the exact group arrival dates when making your reservation.

🔥 REGISTER TODAY — DON’T MISS OUT! 🔥

Grab your RT friends, make your plans, and let’s make this year’s ASRC Convention one to remember! 🫁💙

08/19/2026

Have you registered yet??
Click here to register now: https://form.jotform.com/251717849101154
Hotel Reservations
Book your stay at Oaklawn Hotel Casino Resort by calling 501-363-4625 or using the following link:
https://book.rguest.com/.../1971/Oaklawn-Jockey-Club/auth
Group Code: BKG1645
Password: 21372779
Be sure to enter the exact group arrival dates.

08/01/2026

📢 ASRC Board Nominations Now Open! 📢

Hello Arkansas Respiratory Care community!

It’s time to submit nominations for upcoming open seats on the Arkansas Society for Respiratory Care (ASRC) Board of Directors. This is a great opportunity to get involved, lead, and make a difference in our profession across the state!

📅 Deadline: ASAP(end of day)
📧 Submit nominations to: [email protected]

👉 All nominees must be active AARC members.
Please include the following in your nomination email:
• Nominee’s name
• Email address or cell number (to confirm acceptance)
• Position nominated for
• Active AARC membership number

🗳️ Positions open for election (August):
• President-Elect (4-year commitment)
• Vice President (2-year commitment)
• Northwest District Vice Chair (2-year commitment)
• Northeast District Vice Chair (2-year commitment)
• South District Vice Chair (2-year commitment)
• Central District Vice Chair (2-year commitment)

Step up, get involved, and help shape the future of respiratory care in Arkansas! 💙

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Celebrating 250 Years of American Pride! 🇺🇸

The Arkansas Society for Respiratory Care is proud to celebrate 250 years of freedom, resilience, and unity!
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07/02/2026

🇺🇸 Celebrating 250 Years of American Pride! 🇺🇸

The Arkansas Society for Respiratory Care is proud to celebrate 250 years of freedom, resilience, and unity!

Today, we honor the spirit of our nation—and the incredible respiratory therapists who serve their communities with dedication and heart every single day. ❤️💙

This festive display is a reminder of the pride we share—not only in our country, but in our profession and each other!

📸 We want to see YOUR patriotic spirit!
Drop your red, white, and blue photos in the comments and help us celebrate in style. Whether you’re at work, with family, or showing off your decorations—let’s fill this thread with pride!

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06/03/2026

PACT members meeting with Senator Tom Cotton about the SOAR Act for oxygen reform. Thank you Senator Cotton for your support!

Respiratory complications kill thousands of Arkansans every year.

Thank you to the Arkansas Association for Respiratory Care for improving care and saving lives.