Dear Local Section Leaders,
As we prepare for the ACS Fall 2024 Meeting in Denver, I want to make sure you are aware of some events where you can engage with other local sections and LSAC.
Please plan to attend the ACS Local Section Showcase at Sci-Mix, on Monday, August 19, from 8:00 to 10:00 pm Mountain Time. This event is the perfect opportunity for Local Sections from District V to present their unique programming and demonstrate the value of being involved with ACS through local sections. In addition to District V local sections, the Committee on Local Section Activities (LSAC) will participate in this event to promote our mission of providing opportunities, resources, and networks to partner with and serve our diverse member communities.
Additionally, I would like to encourage you to join this month's webinar on LSAC Grants and Awards taking place on July 17 at 1:00 PM Eastern Time. This event will provide an overview of the Local Section Member Engagement (LS-MEET) grant, Local Section Innovative (LS-IPG) grant, Local Section Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect (DEIR) grant, and the Science Café Mini Grant.
Beth Lorsbach,
Chair, Local Section Activities Committee
Book your next speaker using the ACS Speaker Directory and receive a $200 mini-grant this year! There are over 1,000 speakers and countless topics to choose from. Find your next speaker today at www.acs.org/speaker-directory.
Apply Now: Trust in Science & Scientists Grant
Trust in Science grants are available to help local sections, divisions, student chapters, and international chapters reach out to their communities and try to increase the public’s trust in science and scientists. Grants ranging from $1,500 to $4,500 will fund projects that educate and engage the public, have a measurable impact, and have a strong sense of volunteer involvement. Applications are due July 15. Click here to learn more and apply.
Add Your Local Section Events to the ACS Events Hub
We are pleased to announce that local sections may now post their events on the ACS Events Hub. A sample of local section events may be found here. Want to add your event, please complete this intake form.
New Templates! Get Recruiting Today!
We have revised the Recruitment and Engagement toolkit to include new templates along with recommended subject lines and suggested audiences. If you are looking to engage with faculty members to help recruit them and their students, we have a template for you. Want to help a Member of your Division or Section get recognition at work or to help them justify dues/time spent with your group? We have one of those as well! Check it out today!
ACS Program In a Box Is Back!
Plan a free and easy event during the week of October 20-26 for your students and early career chemists, featuring the chemistry of photography and imaging as part of National Chemistry Week. Go to www.acs.org/pib to sign up and get notified when registration begins in August 2024.
Updated ACS Governing Documents and Polling Form
The June 1, 2024, edition of the ACS Governing Documents is available at http://www.acs.org/govdocs.
All Society Committees are asked to consider and vote on the Petition for Global Representation on Council, which will be up for action at the 2024 fall Council meeting in Denver. Report your committee’s position on this petition by completing and sending the polling form to bylaws@acs.org.
C&B invites you to its open meeting on Sunday, August 18, 2024, from 1:30 - 2:00 pm MT at the Hyatt Regency Denver hotel in Denver, CO. For additional details or questions, contact C&B at bylaws@acs.org.
ACS Leadership Workshops in Denver
Registration is now open for these workshops including Science of Managing Inclusive and Diverse Teams and Engaging and Motivating Volunteers.
Take Advantage of a Volunteer Recognition Award!
The Salutes to Excellence award gives ACS members an opportunity to underscore outstanding accomplishments, achievements, or service for individuals who have made a positive impact on everyday life. A Chair (or designee) can request up to 5 free plaques to present to any individual or organization it deems worthy of this recognition (cannot be a local section, chapter, or division member). Please visit the Salutes to Excellence webpage for more detailed information, and the registration form. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact outreach@acs.org.
Get The Word Out - Share with Your Local Section Members
Sign up for ACS' Speaker Directory!
Looking for a way to connect with speaking events in areas you have expertise in? Interested in building up your speaking resume? ACS' Speaker Directory is designed to connect experts like *you* with speaking opportunities! ACS Local Sections, Technical Divisions, and International Chapters are looking for a diverse range of speakers for in-person, virtual, hybrid, and asynchronous events.
- Gain visibility on a international level
- Share your expertise
- Grow your professional network
Whether you're a seasoned chemist or starting your career, the ACS Speaker Directory is your gateway to connecting with ACS members in need of talented speakers! Learn more and sign up for the ACS Speaker Directory Today!
ACS Membership Transformation
The ACS Committee on Membership Affairs (MAC) has exciting updates about how they have been working to transform our membership. The MAC Chair, Laura Sremaniak, shares more in her recent Chemical & Engineering News comment. Click Here to Learn More.
Apply Now for Fall 2024 Corporation Associates Grants
The Committee on Corporation Associates (CA) invites ACS Local Sections and International Chapters to apply for grants to support their industry-focused events, including job fairs or panel discussions with industry leaders. For more information and to apply, visit the CA Local Section and International Chapter Grants webpage.
CA also offers SEED grants to support the start of recurring programs or events focused on education in the chemical sciences, education of the public on the role of the chemical industry, and promotion of professionalism or safety in chemistry. To apply, visit the CA SEED Grant webpage.
Apply today! Deadline for submissions is July 15, 2024, to be considered for the fall awards. Winners will be notified after the Fall 2024 meeting.
Sign up for Personal Career Consulting
Personal Career Consulting is a free program for ACS Standard and Premium Package holders that allows you to arrange a one-on-one appointment and get personalized and tailored-to-your-needs career advice with a certified ACS Career Consultant.
ACS Consultants can help you:
- Improve Your Resume
- Develop a Career Plan
- Conduct a Mock Interview
- LinkedIn Profile Reviews
- General Career Advice
Call for applications! Stanley C. Israel Award
ACS Committee on Minority Affairs and the Office of DEIR is excited to announce applications for the Stanley C. Israel Award are now OPEN. The award will provide those working to advance diversity in the industry financial support to continue their work. Applications open until August 1. Click the link to learn more.
WCC Pfizer Emergent Leader Award – Application Deadline, July 15
The ACS Women Chemists Committee introduces the “Pfizer Emergent Leader Award” which recognizes eight women (both cis and trans) and persons assigned female at birth (AFAB), in the second year and above of their graduate studies or undertaking post-doctoral research. The applicants must perform research in the areas of organic chemistry, synthetic methodology, total synthesis, medicinal chemistry, computational chemistry and chemical biology. Winners of this award will present their research at an awards symposium during the ACS Spring 2025 Meeting, be given a $1,500 stipend to cover travel expenses, and be recognized at the WCC Luncheon and Just Cocktails Reception. For more information on the award, please send an email to WCC@acs.org. Apply today!
Fulbright US Scholar Recommendations Requested
Refer colleagues to apply to the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program, using a simple recommendation form. Those recommended will receive an automatic e-mail encouraging them to apply, sharing helpful contacts, application guidelines, details on award offerings, and the acknowledgement that an anonymous colleague thinks they have the academic merit and leadership potential to teach, research, and exchange ideas. ACS is a Fulbright Outreach Partner.
Grad Students & Post-docs: Share Your Experiences at ACS Fall 2024
Current graduate students and post-docs are needed for the upcoming workshop, “What to expect from graduate school,” Sunday, August 18, 10:00 to 11:30 AM, at ACS Fall 2024 in Denver. These volunteers will to share their experiences in a series facilitated, round-table discussions with undergraduate participants. No preparation is necessary, but discussion leaders will need to participate in a pre-meeting virtual orientation. If you will be in Denver in-person and are interested being a discussion leader, please sign up by July 22, 2024. Contact Blake Aronson (ACS Student Communities, 202-872-6108) with any questions.
Ethics Committee Workshop and Open Meeting
The Committee on Ethics is conducting the "Ethics Education in the Digital Age" workshop on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Denver Convention Center. Attendance is limited and pre-registration is required. Cost is $20.00.
The open meeting for the Committee on Ethics will take place in Denver and virtually on Sunday, August 18, 2024, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm MST. All are welcome to attend. Send an email to ethics@acs.org or l_rembertlang@acs.org for additional details. Workshop registration is available at the Fall meeting registration link.
Calling All Sustainability Stars!
Attention global change-makers! We want to celebrate YOU and your inspiring journey toward a sustainable future. Over the next 8 months, we are searching for 30
chemists from diverse backgrounds to join in a worldwide celebration of Sustainability Stars. Chemists globally play a pivotal role in addressing sustainability challenges aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Whether you're conducting experiments in a lab, shaping minds in a classroom, or navigating the early stages of your career, we invite you to share your impactful journey in solving global challenges with chemistry – and nominate yourself for well-deserved recognition! Winners not only receive global recognition across ACS social media channels but also enjoy exclusive perks like a complimentary registration to the Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference (Virtual or in-person) and a free ACS Premium Membership for one year.
Join the movement, share your story, and nominate yourself to help make chemistry synonymous with sustainability on a global scale! Submit your nomination today, and let's shape a sustainable future for all!