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Issue #104 Fall 2016
ACS Division of Professional Relations
Triannual Newsletter: Fall Edition
252nd American Chemical Society National Meeting and Exposition Edition
Philadelphia, PA
In this issue
Check out our webpage at www.prof.sites.acs.org for more
information on our division, the executive committee, award winners, and more!
A Letter from the Chair
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As I sit at my desk at Louisiana State University to write this article for our Professional Relations Division newsletter, the most pressing thing on my mind is the state of “relations” around me. Unless you’ve been hiding under a lab bench, you’re surely aware of the recent death of Mr. Alton Sterling during a police encounter in Baton Rouge on July 5th, the death of three police officers on July 17th during another incident, as well as other tragedies across the nation. My hometown of Baton Rouge has experienced a number of protests in response to what has been described as a case of racial bias that led to excessive use of police force as well as memorials dedicated to the officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. These events are in the public eye, but they’ve particularly hit home for me. I frequently drive past the store where Mr. Alton was killed, which is located just one mile from my father’s home. Also, the Baton Rouge Police Department headquarters, a major site for protests in the city, is located a little over a mile from my own home, as is the gas station where the officers were killed. I drive past these locations daily. As a Baton Rouge native and African American and Asian woman, this is deeply personal for me, but I hope you will see the connection for PROF and its members and not merely conclude that I’m abusing personal privilege here.
In making the case for why this should be of interest to the ACS in general and to PROF specifically, I’d like to go back to a question Pete and I posed in our last newsletter: Is PROF relevant? Remember, that four of our five subdivisions focus implicitly on diversity and inclusion (Chemists with Disabilities, Minority Affairs, Women Chemists, and Gay and Transgender
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ANotefromtheEditor
MembershipForm
Subdivision Updates
Meeting Tips from the ACS and DPR
Philadelphia National Meeting DPR Program Guide
Call for Nomations: Henry Hill and Louis Sacco Awards
A Letter from the Chair: Gloria Thomas
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Call For Nominations
Henry A. Hill Award The American Chemical Society Division of Professional Relations is accepting nominations for the 2017 Henry A. Hill Award. The award recognizes people who have served the profession in a unique and distinguished manner. To nominate someone, send a nominating letter detailing the nominee’s qualifications and a seconding letter to Bill Carroll at [email protected]. Nominations are due on or before October 31, 2016. The winner will be announced in January 2017.
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Chemists and Allies). The fifth subdivision is Ethics. (I’d argue ethical practice would be one that is inclusive.)
In 1973, there was definitely a need for the PROF division, and I assert that need is just as urgent now. Our profession, which is not unlike many others, is still troubled with issues of implicit bias, micro-aggressions and a lack of inclusion. For example, recent articles in C&EN point to the lack of representation of women and racially diverse recipients among ACS national awardees. And, although I’m not a counselor, photos of ACS council meetings also reflect a lack of inclusion at our highest levels of governance.
So, what can WE do? First, if you’re not a member of the division, please do join. For members and non-members alike, please let us hear your voice. What issues should we highlight? What forums would give voice to your concerns, related to diversity or not? How can we advocate for improving professional relations among and for chemists, and how can we enable others to be advocates? Also, please join us for our programming in Philly, the city of brotherly love, and also for our open executive meeting. I would love to meet you and talk more about what DPR can do for you!
In the meantime, please keep in mind all those who are affected by the recent violence and be a voice in making your environments inclusive for all members of the community.
-Gloria Thomas, 2016 DPR Chair
Louis J. Sacco Award The Division of Professional Relations solicits nominations for the Lou Sacco Award. The Lou Sacco Award honors the late Lou Sacco and is given to recognize persons who have served the Division of Professional Relations in a meritorious and exemplary manner over a significant period of time. Nominations should consist of a letter of nomination providing justification for the award including the service to the Division of Professional Relations for which the nominee is being recognized. The letter should also provide additional biographical information that can include education, professional experience, experience in the Division of Professional Relations, awards, honors and publications.
Send nominations to Bill Carroll, at [email protected] by October 31, 2017
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2016 DPR Program Guide Fall ACS National Meeting –
Philadelphia PA
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Sunday Morning
WCC Merck Research Award Symposium Room 120C – Philadelphia Convention Center Sponsored by WCC, Cosponsored by ANYL, BIOL, COMP, MEDI, ORGN, POLY and PROF
Sunday Afternoon
Chemical Angel Network: Chemists Investing in Chemical Companies Garden Room – Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City Cosponsored by SCHB‡ Financially supported by CIEC
J. L. Bryant, M. Vreeke, Organizers S. S. White, Organizer, Presiding
1:30PM Introductory Remarks. 1:35PM News and updates from the Chemical Network
(CaN) and its 4th year of operation. M. Vreeke, S.S. White, J.C. Giordan
2:00PM Company Presentations. 3:00PM Investment Discussion. 3:30PM Open Forum. 4:00PM Concluding Remarks. Regional Small Chemical Businesses: Case Histories & Lessons Learned Rittenhouse 1/2 - Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City Sponsored by SCHB, Cosponsored by MEDI and PROF
Getting Your First Industrial Job Franklin 7 - Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Sponsored by YCC Cosponsored by PROF
Monday Morning
Building Opportunities in the Chemical Profession: Exploiting the Power of Diversity & Inclusion Garden Room – Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City Cosponsored by CMA and CWD
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C. A. Supalo, Organizer L. W. Hoffman, Organizer, Presiding
8:30AM Introductory Remarks. 8:35AM Shedding light on the dark confusion of including
blind and visually impaired students in the chemistry classroom. A.E. Neybert
8:55AM From disability to enabling ability: A chemist's journey. J. Schiller
9:15AM Deaf and hard-of-hearing professionals as valued members of your chemistry team. T.E. Pagano, A.D. Ross
9:35AM Intermission. 9:45AM Building opportunities on the path to faculty
careers in higher education for Native Americans in STEM. K.M. DeerInWater, S. EchoHawk, M.J. Ondrechen
10:05AM Creating a more welcoming environment for underrepresented students in chemistry departments at predominantly white institutions (PWIs) to foster student success in STEM majors, using Knox College as a case study. M. Crawford, E.M. Marzluff
10:25AM Hands-on chemistry teaching for special education, including low vision and blind. L.A. Rankel
10:45AM Intermission. 10:55AM Preparing students with disabilities for the
challenges of graduate school. Outcomes and perspectives from a REU program. K.S. Booksh, S. Rozovsky, J.P. Smith
11:15AM Building opportunities from the ground up. C. Hamann
11:35AM Nature of an inclusive STEM workforce in the fourth industrial revolution. C.A. Supalo
11:55AM Concluding Remarks.
International Drug Discovery & Development Collaborations Rittenhouse 1/2 - Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City Sponsored by SCHB Cosponsored by MEDI, POLY and PROF
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All the People, All the Paths in the Chemical Sciences-Invited, Oral Room 120C – Philadelphia Convention Center Sponsored by WCC Cosponsored by CMA, MPPG, PROF‡ and YCC
Monday Afternoon
Diversity & Inclusion in STEM: LGBTQ+ Safe Zone Training for the Chemistry Community Garden Room – Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City Cosponsored by CHED, CMA, D&I, LSAC, SCHB and YCC.
Crawford, Organizer B. C. Chan, Organizer, Presiding
1:00PM Introductory remarks. 1:05PM Safe Zone Workshop Level 1. B.C. Chan, S.
Farrell, M. Cathell, D. Conner 2:55PM Intermission. 3:05PM Safe Zone Workshop Level 2. B.C. Chan, S.
Farrell, M. Cathell, D. Conner 4:55 concluding Remarks.
Chemistry of the City of Brotherly Love Sponsored by YCC Cosponsored by PROF
International Drug Discovery & Development Collaborations Rittenhouse 1/2 - Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City Sponsored by SCHB Cosponsored by MEDI, POLY and PROF
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Social and Chemical Science of Diversity Equity-Invited, Oral Franklin 6 – Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Sponsored by CMA Cosponsored by CHED and PROF
Tuesday Afternoon
Women in Innovation: Science Policy & Government Rittenhouse 1/2 - Hilton Garden In Philadelphia Center City Cosponsored by BMGT, SCHB‡ and WCC Financially supported by CIEC
J. L. Bryant, Organizer J. C. Giordan, Organizer, Presiding
1:30PM Innovating women: Science policy and government - Opening overview. J.C. Giordan, J.L. Bryant
1:45PM Innovating women: Science policy and government - Moderated panel presentations and questions and answers. J.C. Giordan, J.L. Bryant
2:45PM Facilitated Audience Q&A. 3:15PM Closing Remarks. 3:20PM "Office Hours" with Speakers.
Green Chemistry Innovations & Opportunities in Industry for Young Professionals Grand Ballroom III/IV – Philadelphia Downtown Courtyard by Marriott Sponsored by I&EC, Cosponsored by CATL, CEI, CHAS, ENFL, ENVR, ORGN, POLY, PROF and YCC
Global Careers in Chemistry Franklin 7 – Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Sponsored by YCC Cosponsored by PROF
Sci-Mix Halls D/E Philadelphia Convention Center Monday Evening 8:00PM – 10:00PM
“Professional development of younger chemists” M. Grandbois, N.A. LaFranzo “Interactive creation of ethics and professional culture for chemists” S.M. Schelble, K.M. Elkins, B.E. Moriarty “Working to enhance and highlight the impact of women in STEM worldwide.” J.H. Cohen, J.L. Bryant, T.D. Matos
“Making LGBTQ+ chemists more visible in the ACS: Activities of the gay and transgender chemists and allies subdivision.” M. Crawford, B. Belmont
“Spreading the word about professionalism (professional ethics)” C.P. McClure, C.D. Jensen, G. Ferrence “PROF minority affairs subdivision.” M. Kanipes-Spinks “New ACS service to chemistry educators: Legal liability insurance.“ J. Tirado, H.N. Cheng “Elements of insurance: Planning today for tomorrow.” J. Tirado, H.N. Cheng “African synchrotron light source (AfLS).” T.A. Dobbins, H. Winick, S. Mtingwa, A. Wague, S. Connell, B. Masara, T. Ntsoane, K. Evans-Lutterodt, T. Hussein, K. McLaughlin, L. Norris, E. du Plessis, R. Murenzi, K. Reed, F. Sette, S. Werin, J. Dorfan, M. Yousef, P. Oladijo, F. Maresha
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DPR Fall 2016
Whether you are a new ACS national conference attendee or an experienced pro, attending a national meeting can be a challenge and somewhat daunting. The fear of missing an important talk or not making time to network always comes into play. In order to help resolve this issue, DPR in conjunction with the ACS national offices, has come up with a collection of things TO-DO and tips to know for the Philadelphia meeting.
The ACS national exposition gives you the chance to access leading-edge technical developments, with over 300 exhibitors showcasing state-of-the-art technologies.
• Discover new research in your area of professional interest! - With over 8,000 papers presented at each meeting your opportunity to acquire cutting-edge research is endless.
• Attend the Kavli Lecture Series - The Kavli Lecture Series promotes groundbreaking discovery and public understanding of the world’s most challenging issues and how chemistry can provide solutions.
• Network with incredible people and enjoy amazing experiences – o Join fellow chemists for the 12th Annual Fun Run
Sponsored by the ACS Younger Chemist Committee and ACS Member Insurance Programs because a healthy chemist is a happy chemist!
o Sci-Mix, the interdivisional poster session and happy hour.
o Find more activities focused on your area of chemistry on the ACS Meeting App.
• Take advantage of our career services and professional training! o ACS holds Short Courses at each national meeting that
give you the tools to stay on top of new technologies and growing trends in the science industry.
o Visit the ACS Career Fair and dust off your resume, have a professional head shot taken or visit with recruiters from all over the globe.
o Make the right first impression! Stop by our first ACS Fashion Show and discover new trends and tips for looking your best and for putting your best foot forward.
Tips and Tricks
1) Network, network, network: There are not many places you can be surrounded by professionals who share the same passion for chemistry and are at all
different stages in their career. Attend social networking event and make sure to introduce
yourself. Bringing business cards is a great way to build your network!
2) Plan ahead: Using the app from ACS and looking over the technical program are perfect ways to plan ahead. Make sure you attend technical symposia,
social events, and networking.
3) Check out the vendor show and career fair. Even if they don’t seem useful currently, it is good to
become familiar with the format of them to be ready when they are important to you.
4) Don’t tire yourself out: The conference is long and has lots of events but make sure you don’t push yourself too hard. There is a way to be efficient and
get the most out of the meeting without being up day and night, running from place to place.
5) Be prepared: Make sure you have a notepad and writing utensils to take notes, business cards to
network, appropriate attire for various functions within the conference, and most importantly
comfortable shoes for all the walking you will do!
6) Use your phone: You can now access the ACS Philadelphia mobile app in Google Play, the Amazon
Store, and the Apple Store by searching ACS Philadelphia.
Visit www.acs.org/Philadelphia2016 for more information
Meeting Tips from the ACS and Division of Professional Relations
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From the Women Chemists Subdivision (WC) Please join us for the
Women in Innovation: Science Policy & Government Symposium WHEN: Tuesday, August 23, 2016,
ACS Fall National Meeting in Philadelphia 1:30-4:00 PM
WHERE: Hilton Garden Inn, Rittenhouse 1/2 (Next to the Convention Center)
Carol Van Hartesveldt: With NSF, NIH,
academic and capitol hill policy experience, plus
being a former Dean and professor, Carol brings a breadth to the discussion
found rarely among academic and agency
contemporaries.
Madeleine Jacobs: With a storied career in non-profits, Madeleine is an ACS icon! As the ACS CEO, she was also editor-in-chief of
C&E News and Smithsonian magazine. Her knowledge of successfully “educating” and communicating science on Capitol Hill is extensive.
Michelle Jalbert: Brings enormous experience and
perspective to policy and decision-making. As a successful attorney, former Chief of Staff to the New
England Council, and Office Director for Congressman Bill Delahunt,
Michelle is now COO at Corinne Young and Associates, a very
successful group advocating for green and sustainable chemicals.
Sarah Brady: As the Legislative Director for Assemblywoman Bonilla in the
California Legislature, Sarah examines policy questions related
to agriculture, water, natural resources, energy, utilities,
environmental toxicity and K-12 education to research policy
solutions and build legislative bill packages.
This interactive symposium will feature key senior STEM women who understand the implications of science and technology policy and can share insights on how women can excel in this critical junction of science and government. Women in Innovation: Government and Policy is the last in our very successful three part symposia series, hosted by PROF and the PROF Women Chemists Subdivision, on Women in Innovation. It aims to help all ACS members gain the information they need to prepare themselves to be successful researchers and leaders who are knowledgeable about the mechanisms for and interplay of scientific results, commercial applications, and science policy implications and decisions! The first of the series, “Women in Innovation – Business and Commerce” was held in Fall 2015 at the Boston ACS national meeting; the second this past spring in San Diego was “Women in Innovation: Science and Technology”. We have enjoyed large numbers of attendees for this series, and we expect to meet or exceed those expectations in Philadelphia. Women who have successfully impacted and helped influence science policy at the state and federal levels will share key factors for success during an interactive panel, followed by a moderated Q&A where members can get questions answered. “Office Hours” with our speakers immediately following the moderated Q&A will give attendees a chance to meet the panelists and connect. Results of our discussions will be summarized and made available post meeting. The symposium invites all to explore with us:
• WHAT does it take to be an INNOVATING WOMAN, to be able to develop science and communicate the importance and the national policy implications of that research?
• WHAT are the biggest challenges faced by researchers to be successful at developing and communicating both the importance of their science and its value to the global community?
• HOW have successful women researchers built support structures and connections throughout their careers? • .... and most importantly HOW can YOU use this information to create your own SCIENCE PATHWAY TO SUCCESS?
Prepare for the symposium by taking our anonymous short survey:
www.surveymonkey.com/s/STEMWomenInInnovation
Co-Organizers: Judy Giordan - VP/Managing Director, ecosVC and Co-Founder, the Chemical Angel Network (left)
Janet Bryant - Senior S&T Specialist V, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (right)
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An Update from the Younger Chemist’s Subdivision (YC) The Younger Chemists (YC) subdivision of PROF is dedicated to delivering programming aimed at advancing the soft skills of all early career chemists. The YC subdivision recently hosted a well-received symposium entitled “Enough to be Dangerous: A chemists’ guide to cross-functional development” at the 250th National ACS Meeting held in San Diego back in March 2016. This session brought in experts in a variety of topics including project leadership, IP law, early-stage cost estimation, science communication, and much more to share their experiences with symposium attendees. These would then utilize these skills and learning to further their careers through applying high-level understanding and simplified methodologies from these disciplines to their everyday work.
Just around the corner at the 251st National ACS Meeting to be held in Philadelphia, YC will be hosting an exciting series of symposia starting with a reprisal of the always-popular “Getting Your First Industrial Job” symposium to be held on the afternoon of Sunday, August 21st. On Monday morning, YC will also be co-hosting a symposium entitled “All the People, All the Paths in the Chemical Sciences” that will elaborate on the many different career paths young chemists could take during their careers. That afternoon, the symposium “Chemistry of the City of Brother Love” will showcase the rich chemical history of the host city, Philadelphia. On Tuesday afternoon, a symposium entitled “Global Careers in Chemistry” will focus on chemistry careers and the learning that comes from being a global chemist. YC is also co-hosting the symposium on “Green Chemistry Innovations & Opportunities in Industry for Young Professionals” on Tuesday afternoon that will highlight many of the ways young chemists can make an impact through the development of greener chemistry.
Looking forward to Spring 2017, the YC is looking to you for your help in continuing to deliver programming that speaks to the needs of today’s younger chemists. Do you have any ideas or topics that would make a good symposium? Would you be interested in getting more involved or potentially organizing a symposium yourself? If the answer to any of these questions is “yes!" then please contact either Matt Grandbois ([email protected]) or Natalie LaFranzo ([email protected]). I look forward to seeing you in Philly!
An Update from the Gay and Transgender Chemists and Allies Subdivision (GTCA)
- Matt Grandbois, DPR Younger Chemist’s Subdivision Chair
Caption: Moderator Charles Rubert Perez and panelists Dirk Trauner, Carolyn Bertozzi, Jay Keasling, and James Nowick at the LGBT Chemists' Symposium on Chemical Biology at the Spring 2016 ACS meeting in San Diego.
GTCA Subdivision Poster at Sci-Mix at the Fall 2016 ACS Meeting in Philadelphia. The ACS PROF Subdivision for Gay and Transgender Chemists and Allies will present a poster during Sci-Mix on Monday evening during the upcoming ACS National Meeting: "Making LGBTQ+ chemists more visible in the ACS: Activities of the gay and transgender chemists and allies subdivision". Established shortly after the Spring 2010 National ACS Meeting, GTCA has been an active contributor to PROF programming since 2011. Currently the only official 'home' for LGBTQ+ people in ACS, this subdivision organizes symposia and posters relevant to LGBTQ+ issues in the workplace, as well as features prominent LGBTQ+ chemists in it technical presentations. This poster highlights the activities and achievements of the Gay and Transgender Chemists and Allies subdivision, gives a little history about how it came to existence, and shows a vision for future activities. The Sci-Mix event will be held on Monday, August 22 from 8:00 - 10:00 PM in Halls D/E at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
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Chemists with Disabilities have a lot of exciting news to share as we approach the upcoming Philadelphia National Meeting!
First off, if you are in town, please check out the symposium hosted by PROF/CWD/CMA on
Building Opportunities in the Chemical Profession: Exploiting the Power of Diversity and Inclusion Monday August 22nd, 8:30am to 12:00pm Garden Room – Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
As this meeting focuses on the importance of equality, the CWD committee is continuing its strategic planning work, focusing on:
• Promoting values and capabilities of people with disabilities in the chemical sciences
• Creating alliances within the ACS to promote visibility
• Developing networks for disseminating accurate information on accommodations for people with disabilities
• Facilitating that all ACS products and services are fully inclusive and accessible.
To this end, CWD is working with Ashley Donovan within the ACS on equating equitable classrooms.
In addition, were excited to acknowledge that AlChE has formed a new task force for Chemical Engineers with Disabilities and is working with the ACS CWD to develop their committee! ACS CWD members will be attending the November National AlChE meeting.
GTCA update continued...
GTCA Subdivision Safe Zone Training The GTCA subdivision of PROF is hosting a multi-leveled Safe Zone training session at the Fall Meeting. We will be building upon the work of the American Society of Engineering Educators (ASEE) to bring a STEM-focused safe zone training for chemists. The program will feature five facilitators from academia and industry to discuss topics that include the business case for LGBTQ+ inclusion, concepts of gender, privilege, social identities, LGBTQ+ vocabulary, trans 101, safe zone conduct. As the Society increases activity in diversity, the Safe Zone training could be a great model we could expand to teach our members how to create a diverse and accepting atmosphere. The Safe Zone Training workshop will be held on Monday, August 22 from 1:00 - 5:00 PM in Garden Room at the Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City.
Presidential LGBTQ+ Reception. The GTCA Subdivision welcomes you to the Presidential LGBTQ+ Reception at the Fall 2016 ACS Meeting in Philadelphia. Hors d'oeuvres will be served and there will be an open bar with beer, wine, soda, and water. The location is off the third level bridge skyway to the Convention Center. It has an outside terrace off of the room, so it will be quite nice. There will be a podium and microphone for any remarks that anyone wants to give. The reception will be held in the Philadelphia Marriott, Liberty Salon A on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 from 5:30 - 7:30PM.
- James Nowick, DPR GTCA Subdivision Chair
Congratulations to the DPR Members of the 2016 ACS Fellows Class
Dr. Gregory Ferrence
Dr. Sharon Haynie
Dr. Thomas Higgins
Dr. Judith Iriarte-Gross
Dr. James Nowick
Lastly, we are beginning to think toward 2017 and are thinking towards another joint symposiums with PROF/CWD and possibly CMA next fall!
For those traveling to the conference, have safe travels and we look forward to seeing you there!
- Lee Hoffman, DPR CWD Subdivision Chair
An Update from Chemists with Disabilities Subdivision (CWD)
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The theme of the 252nd ACS Meeting is “Chemistry of the People, by the People, for the People”. This theme recognizes that success in Chemistry will be achieved by the diversity of people that comprise the American Chemical Society. Diversity of people throughout our society leads to diversity of thoughts and new ideas that have led to new innovations and technologies that will forever serve mankind. Understanding that diversity inequalities can occur throughout our society and workplace means that implicit or unconscious bias and stereotype threats need to be addressed. Implicit bias can be defined simply as the bias in judgment or actions that result in an unconscious manner. Because it is unconscious, this type of bias often influences the decisions that we unwittingly make every day. To cultivate an inclusive environment that both respects and celebrates the innate differences that make up the rich fabric of the chemical enterprise we need to understand more about our biases. Information about implicit bias can be obtained from Project Implicit (https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/aboutus.html), a non-profit organization and international collaboration between researchers who are interested in studying implicit cognition (feelings and thoughts outside of conscious awareness and control). On the website, viewers can take a test to understand their attitudes toward or beliefs about topics such as race, sexuality, gender-career and gender-science. If you would like to talk more about this topic and /or MA PROF Subdivision programming ideas for future ACS National Meetings, please join us at the SCI-Mix poster session in the Pennsylvania Convention Center on Monday, August 22, 2016 from 8:00pm-10:00pm.
- Margaret Kanipes, Minority Affairs Subdivision Chair and Zakiya Wilson, Minority Affairs Subdivision Chair-Elect
An Update from the Minority Affairs Subdivision (MA)
The ACS PROF Ethics Subdivision will present a poster during Sci-Mix on Monday evening during the upcoming ACS National Meeting: "Spreading the word about professionalism (professional ethics): Reconnecting with the ethics subdivision of the division of professional relations (PROF)”. The title very much
summarizes the state of the subdivision. Professional growth is more than just expansion of technical knowledge; it also requires advancement of one’s so-called ‘soft-skills’. When Gloria states “Is PROF relevant?”, my immediate thought is absolutely. It is a division where members can connect to hone their ‘soft-skills’, and the Ethics Subdivision is the home for engaging in the “What it means to be a professional” conversations. The Illinois Institute of Technology Center for the Study of Ethics in the Professions website (http://ethics.iit.edu/teaching/professional-ethics) states: “An occupation becomes a profession [when a] group of individuals sharing the same occupation organize to work in a morally permissible way, or to work to support a moral ideal [and] members set and follow special standards for carrying on their occupational work.” I like to think of it simplistically as: occupation + ethics = professional. Let’s reconnect in Philadelphia and expand our conversations regarding what it means to be a professional in chemistry and its related disciplines
-Greg Ferrence, DPR Ethics Subdivision Chair
An Update from the Ethics Subdivision
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Meet the Executive Committee
ChairSuccession
PastChairE.AnnNalley
ChairGloriaThomas
Chair-ElectPeterSmith
SecretarySusanSchelble
TreasurerSarahKennedy
CouncilorR.DanLibby
AlternateCouncilorLineDeWatkins
ChemistswithDisabili;esChairandChairElect:
EthicsChairandChair-Elect:
GregFerrenceferrence@ilstu@edu
Gay&TransgenderChemistsandAlliesChair:[email protected]
ChairElect:[email protected]
AlsoservesasWebmaster
MinorityAffairsChair:MargaretKanipes-Spinks
[email protected]:ZakiyaWilson
WomenChemistsChair:TainaMatos
[email protected]:JudyCohen
YoungerChemistsChairandChairElect:MaDhewGrandbois
SubdivisionChairsandChair-Elect
Members-at-Large
Fall 2016
A Message from the Editor
As we approach the Philadelphia National meeting, we think about the meaning behind the slogan “Of the people, by the people, for the people.” DPR is making new strides to better the way in which we communicate our information to you. We are working to stay in touch more often, and alter the way newsletters relay information. You will notice that we will be issuing three newsletters a year. We hope this helps keep you in contact with us more and we can provide more information without inundating you right before each meeting. In addition, we will be implementing Professional Development articles within each newsletter to bring some insight into the realm of developing yourself as an individual. If you have any suggestions that may make the newsletter more useful or know of those who would be perfect to write professional development articles to include in our newsletters, please reach out to me at [email protected].
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Jarrod Cohen is a chemistry graduate student at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. His research revolves around polymer chemistry within the New Jersey Center for Biomaterials under the supervision of Dr. Joachim Kohn.
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