Southern Nevada Local Section

The Southern Nevada Section of the American Chemical Society (SNS-ACS) is marking the 50th anniversary of Earth Day with a Music Contest “Living in Harmony" in honor of John Prine, whose song “Paradise” inspires environmental activism.  Through this contest, SNS-ACS is trying to increase awareness of the value of the Earth’s natural resources and to encourage creative expression in children during the current stay-at-home period.  Our "Living in Harmony" contest is open to students in Clark County in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade (Clubs/groups may also apply).  To participate, create an original song with lyrics that conveys an appreciation for natural resources on Earth.  The song can focus on one natural resource or on multiple natural resources.  Any musical “instruments” that contest participants use must be made from household items, repurposed to create music.  Do not use traditional or commercially made musical instruments.  Do not go to the store to buy materials; this is a time to be creative and safe!   How to Enter To enter the Living in Harmony contest, video record a performance of your original song and upload it to the SNS-ACS entry form by 8:00pm PT May 31, 2020.  The parent or guardian for each participant must sign a consent form and upload the document with their video entry. Consent Form SNS-ACS Entry Form Judging Rubric   Living in Harmony Submission Guidelines and Rules Open to all Clark County students in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade. A cappella, clubs/groups may also apply (A single prize will be awarded to the group).  Applicants are required to follow physical distancing guidelines. Create a 2-5 minute video that includes a song with lyrics that conveys an appreciation for the Earth's environment. The video entries must not exceed 5 minutes in length.  SNS-ACS will disqualify any video submission exceeding 5 minutes. The video entry must include the following: Student name, age, school name, city Explanation of the use of household items to create music Performance of the song A parent or guardian must submit a signed consent form for each participant in the video.  Failure to comply will result in disqualification. The online  SNS ACS entry form, including the uploaded video and  consent form, must be submitted by 8:00pm PT May 31, 2020. Prizes Total Prizes: $500 SNS-ACS will award $100 to winners in each of the four grade categories: K-2, 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12  SNS-ACS will award an additional $100 prize to the best of the four winners.  Any group that wins will share the $100 or $200 prize.  SNS-ACS will announce winners by June 8, 2020 Selection Criteria A panel of judges will select four entries for cash awards. In addition, ACS-SNS will recognize up to 10 entries in our monthly newsletter.  Judges will consider artistry, creativity in using household objects and effectiveness of the lyrics in conveying a clear and strong message to support environmental protection.   Contact Us: If you have any questions, please contact: Aruna Arakali at [email protected] Hokunani Keehu at [email protected]   ... View more

Calling all undergraduate, graduate and professional students involved in chemistry-related research! The ACS Southern Nevada Section invites you to submit a research poster for the Annual Undergraduate & Graduate/Professional Student Poster Competition held on Friday, November 15th at UNLV. Entries are due on November 8th by 5pm via Google Form. Contact Dr. Erica Marti (erica.marti@unlv.edu or 702-895-2693) with any questions.   Family, friends and the general public are welcome to attend the poster competition to support the presenters and learn about the wide array of research conducted across the valley at the College of Southern Nevada, Nevada State University, Touro University and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Please see the agenda for the time, location and parking information.   ... View more

Dear ACS Colleague: As a reminder, it is time to begin the process of making appointments to ACS Council-related committees for 2025. If you are interested in serving on an ACS Committee, the online committee preference form for committee assignments is the best way to let us know your committee preferences, your background and your interests. The online preference form will be open until July 1, 2024 at http://www.cmte.acs.org.  Your ACS membership must be in good standing to complete your committee preferences. Those who are finishing a term or have reached the statutory limit on a committee are especially urged to complete the online form to reaffirm their interest and commitment to service in the Society. Associates and consultants are appointed for one-year terms and must also complete the preference form in order to seek reappointment on the committee in which they currently serve.  Consultants must have a clearly defined role or project that requires their presence to be recommended for an assignment. You should submit your committee preferences only if you feel that you can attend and actively participate in a committee’s meetings either virtually or in-person. ACS committees are working committees; attendance (virtually or in-person) and participation at committee and subcommittee meetings are important.  Finally, the Committee on Committees only makes the recommendations for committee appointments and reappointments. The ACS President and/or Board Chair, both individually and jointly, review the recommendations and make the actual appointments in late fall.  Although not all can be appointed to committees, I can assure you that you will receive thorough consideration for an assignment.  If you experience any problems or need assistance, please contact the Office of the Secretary at secretary@acs.org. Sincerely, Brian Mathes, Chair ACS Committee on Committees ... View more