December 2, 2025 – The 2025 Congress fun isn't just the award ceremony! Below are some other Wisconsin member highlights! While you’re planning your schedule, be sure to support our WSRC Sputum Bowl Team, “Wheezer,” made up of 2025 graduates from Madison College, as they compete against student teams from across the country. Check the AARC Congress schedule for exact competition times — you won’t want to miss cheering them on! Finally – Make sure to catch the AARC Congress presentations from WSRC members Kellianne Flemming, Jessica George, and Laura Reindl, who will proudly represent Wisconsin on the national stage. In addition, several WSRC members are presenting posters, including Amanda Perera, Jessica George, Sarah Bazelak, Lisa Knigge, Adam Melenchuk, Jess Lillback, Kristen Knox, Heather Dabrowski, Sarah Roznik, Kendall Michiels, Shanna Schuele, Laura Reindl, Malik Hodges, Kimberly Mitchell, and Katlin Huizenga. WOW! Our Wisconsin members sure make bragging easy! #aarc #aarccongress2025 #RespiratoryCare #wisconsinrt

December 2, 2025 – Proposals are now being accepted for consideration for the AARC Summer Forum and Congress 2026. The submission site will close on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 11:59 PM CST.

December 2, 2025 – Congress is QUICKLY approaching. We can't wait to see all the WSRC members as they travel to Pheonix! We would love to fill the award ceremony as we support our very own WSRC members!!!! 🏆 WSRC – We have a feeling you'll want to see what we won.. 🌟 WSRC members Sarah Bazelak & Kellianne Flemming – 2025 AARC Fellow Inductees 💙 WSRC members Amanda Perera & Benjamin Caldwell-Chadwick – Graduates of the 2025 Emerging Leaders Program If you are planning on being in Pheonix drop a comment below and we will send you a special surprise!

November 28, 2025 – There is still time to register for Congress happening December 6-9th in Phoenix, AZ! The WSRC will be presented with a few awards during this event. We hope you can join us for the Wisconsin Takeover! https://www.aarc.org/aarc-meetings/congress-2025/

November 26, 2025 – The Wisconsin Society for Respiratory Care is excited to announce that three scholarship opportunities are now open to support the growth, advancement, and professional development of our respiratory therapy community. 1. Entry Into Practice Scholarship - https://share.teamforms.app/form/YmEzMmVmNjctMWNkNS00NTVhLWIwOTMtNTVhNDQ4YzlhZWMwOmNiNWNmZGZkLWUwNGUtNGY1Yi1iZWJmLTM5ZjZjYmRhZTU0ZDo0YmU3M2FhNi1lMzI5LTRmYjQtOGQxOS04NTViNWI2NTIzNjc= For current respiratory therapy students preparing to enter the profession. This scholarship aims to support your educational journey as you take the next step toward becoming a practicing RT. Applications close: February 2 Award notifications: March 17 Recipients recognized at WIRES: April 19 2. Advanced Degree Scholarship- https://share.teamforms.app/form/OGU1YWU0NjQtYWYzZC00ZDFkLTllNzMtNWMwNmEwNTM4Y2YzOmNiNWNmZGZkLWUwNGUtNGY1Yi1iZWJmLTM5ZjZjYmRhZTU0ZDo2MzAxYjFmYi01Y2MzLTRkNGEtOGIyMy1kM2EyNjNkMzkyYmI= For current licensed respiratory therapists pursuing further education. Whether you're working toward a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree, this scholarship helps support your continued academic advancement. Applications close: February 2 Award notifications: March 17 Recipients recognized at WIRES: April 19 3. Professional Development Scholarship - https://share.teamforms.app/form/MTFmYzQ3NTUtOTlhZi00YmNjLWE4YmMtMjYyMDViNmY0OTRlOmNiNWNmZGZkLWUwNGUtNGY1Yi1iZWJmLTM5ZjZjYmRhZTU0ZDo1ZDVmM2IyMy1lZmMxLTRjMjEtOGM1ZS1jMzEwZmY2ZjI1OTM= Open to all respiratory therapists and RT students seeking funding to attend WIRES. If you're looking to enhance your skills, network, and participate in this year's event, this scholarship can help make that happen! Applications close: January 17 Award announcement: January 26

November 26, 2025 – A Special Election is now live until January 4th at 1145 PM CST!!!! See below for details on the special election and for voting link access! Over the past few months, the WSRC Board completed an update of our Bylaws—modernizing language, improving clarity, and aligning everything with current nonprofit and AARC standards. Think of it as upgrading from “dial-up” to “high-speed.” You’ll find the fully revised bylaws on the election ballot, with the previous version available for comparison. PLUS: To better represent members across Wisconsin, we’re realigning district boundaries and adding a brand-new 7th District! Nominations for District Reps open January 2026. 🎉 #WSRC #RespiratoryCare #BylawsUpdate #MemberNews Voting Instructions: Access voting link: https://secure.electionbuddy.com/m/WSRCSE25/bylawsrevision Enter Access Code: Your AARC number (Must be a current active member) Enter Password: WSRCSE25 For questions or any issues logging in with access code, please contact Sarah Schroeder at elections@wsrc.online

November 19, 2025 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Rep. Jessie Rodriguez November 19, 2025 Respiratory Care Interstate Compact Goes to Governor’s Desk MADISON – A bill authored by Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) and Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R- Appleton) passed in both chambers of the Wisconsin Legislature this week. The bill now goes to Governor Tony Evers’ desk for his signature. 2025 Senate Bill 190 (SB 190) will ratify the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact in Wisconsin. When the compact is established, eligible Wisconsin respiratory therapists will be afforded the opportunity to apply for a compact privilege to practice their profession in one or multiple states. Likewise, out-of-state respiratory therapists will also be able to take advantage of the compact process to serve patients in Wisconsin. “Establishing the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact will allow for greater flexibility for respiratory therapists from other states to come practice in Wisconsin,” began Rep. Rodriguez. “This can make Wisconsin a more appealing place for respiratory therapists to relocate to, growing our healthcare workforce and expanding access for patients.” In order for the compact to be created, at least seven states must enact legislation joining the compact. So far Alabama, Iowa, Montana, and Washington have already passed legislation to establish the compact. “I urge Governor Evers to sign this bill as soon as it reaches his desk, so that Wisconsin can be one of the first seven states to join the compact. This will give our state a seat at the table as the compact forms, begins rule-making, and establishes its data system,” Rodriguez concluded. ###

November 11, 2025 – To those who served, today we thank you!!! Thank you for what you’ve given our country and what you continue to give to our patients. A thank you will never be enough 🇺🇸

November 10, 2025 – Early bird registration starts 1/11/26! See you all there!!!

October 28, 2025 – Big things are happening in the Badger State! The WSRC has been sitting on some amazing news… we’ve earned a few incredible national awards! If you’re a Wisconsin RT heading to Phoenix, fill out this form so we can personally invite you to the AARC Awards Ceremony—and an unforgettable WSRC celebration afterward.

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