USMS Volunteer Working Calendar

Captain Ransom J Arthur MD Award
This award is given in honor of Captain Ransom J. Arthur, M.D., who, by his sacrifice, perseverance, and dedication to improving the health of adults through swimming, established the Masters Swimming program in the United States. The award is given annually to the USMS volunteer who has done the most to further the objectives of Masters Swimming, generally over an extended period of time.

• Award Recipients
• Nomination Information
• Nomination Digital Form

Nominations are due by July 1

https://www.usms.org/volunteer-central/awards/captain-ransom-j-arthur-md-award

Each year U.S. Masters Swimming recognizes and celebrates the extraordinary efforts of our members beyond the water’s edge. USMS’s success is a result of the amazing contributions of our talented and dedicated volunteers. Please direct any questions or suggestions about these awards to the Recognition and Awards Committee Chair.
Help us identify initiative and performance by nominating people you know who have made an impact and fulfill the ideals of the following awards.

• Nominations for the Capt. Ransom J. Arthur M.D. Award and all other nominations are due by July 1.
• See each award for their specific details, award recipients, nomination information and forms

https://www.usms.org/volunteer-central/awards

Each year U.S. Masters Swimming recognizes and celebrates the extraordinary efforts of our members beyond the water’s edge. USMS’s success is a result of the amazing contributions of our talented and dedicated volunteers. Please direct any questions or suggestions about these awards to the Recognition and Awards Committee Chair.
Help us identify initiative and performance by nominating people you know who have made an impact and fulfill the ideals of the following awards.

• Nominations are due March 15 for the Capt. Ransom J. Arthur M.D. Award, all other nominations are due by July 1.
• See each award for their specific details, award recipients, nomination information and forms

https://www.usms.org/volunteer-central/awards

Starting July 1, U.S. Masters Swimming will offer its Year-Plus membership. This has been a popular option for swimmers registering between July and October, allowing them to sign up for USMS through 2026 with a discounted rate for the remainder of 2025.

Prospective members will be offered the following unified individual membership options:

• Membership through Dec. 31, 2023: $70
• Year-Plus membership through Dec. 31, 2024: $115

Year-Plus Membership Information: https://www.usms.org/volunteer-central/guide-to-local-operations/lmsc-operations/registration/registration-procedures/year-plus-membership