The Virginia Section Executive Committee will meet at 9:00
a.m. on Saturday, January 24 at the Downtown
Campus of J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, 7th and Leigh Streets in
Richmond. The meeting will be in Room 662. Refreshments will be served at
8:30 a.m. See the Section website for full directions
and the meeting agenda -
http://membership.acs.org/V/VA/.
Additional information on the Executive Committee and on the meeting
can be obtained from the Section Chair,
Mr. Kenneth Chapman, (804) 448-4852; kmc97 @
aol.com. The meeting is open-members
of the Section are invited to attend.
Hello,
Virginia Section Members,
As an unsettled new year opens, the Section has both new and returning officers.
I would not be serving this year as Chair if I had not encountered an
exceptionally knowledgeable and supportive group of officers and members when I
moved into the Section=s territory a few years ago. The Virginia Section is the
most impressive of the many sections with which I worked as an ACS staff member.
Much of the Section=s potential is already being exploited, but we need to
search continually for ways to use that potential more effectively.Please
welcome and assist the newcomers to the officer corps: Karen Carter (Secretary)
and Brad Norwood (Treasurer); and thanks to our experienced returnees: Yezdi
Pithawalla (to Chair-Elect from Vice-Chair) and Stephanie Mabry (to Vice-Chair
from Secretary). Our Councilors continue to serve admirably.
An outstanding feature of the Section is its strong industrial representation
among the officers and the Executive Committee. However, we need more vigor from
the educational community to provide the balance that makes the ACS such a
powerhouse on behalf of science and science education. Whatever your role in
chemistry, the Section can help you only if it is aware of your problems/
concerns, can identify effective remedies through open debate, and then
implement reasonable remedies. That requires your input and involvement B as
volunteers. You are invited to attend your Executive Committee=s meeting at the
J. S. Reynolds Community College downtown campus on January 24. And we have
other opportunities for you if you cannot attend that meeting.
During this year, I intend to support all our current efforts outreaching to the
general community, providing recognition for outstanding service, serving
chemists, and presenting excellent monthly meetings. Unexpectedly finding myself
now a high school science teacher, I would like to find ways to assist high
school chemistry teachers more directly.
…Ken
Chapman, 2009 Virginia Section
Chair
Congratulations
to Trey Gregory, Past Chair of the Virginia Section, who has received a
Leadership Development Award from the Younger Chemists Committee of the American
Chemical Society. This award will enable Trey to participate in the YCC
Leadership Development Workshop that will be held in January in Fort Worth,
Texas, in conjunction with the ACS Leadership Institute. There were over 70
applications for the 15 awards. All travel and conference expenses will be paid
by the ACS.
In his letter of notification to Trey, Mick Hurrey, Chair of the
Younger Chemists Committee of the ACS, said:
"This YCC program recognizes
emerging leaders in the profession and helps them prepare for the leadership
opportunities at volunteer organizations, such as ACS, and in their
professional career. YCC recognizes your past
contributions and yourleadership qualities. The committee also believes that
you have tremendous potential to be a successful
leader both within your profession as well as the ACS."
On November 20, 2008, an overflow crowd of over 100 persons was
entertained and enlightened by Dr. Marvin Lang of the University of Wisconsin at
Stevens Point. The Virginia Section meeting was held in the Jepson Science
Center at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg. Dr. Lang was
introduced by Merida Marston, President of the ACS Student Affiliate Chapter at
UMW. The talk on "Elements of Leadership"
featured numerous illustrative and exciting demonstrations.
Dr. Lang was accompanied by his wife Louise. The Section was pleased to welcome
a contingent of high school students from Stafford High. Thanks to Dr. Roy Gratz
and his colleagues and students at the University of Mary Washington for
organizing and hosting this excellent meeting.
On November 22, the Virginia Section held its
first Science Café at the Tobacco Company Restaurant in Richmond. Nine persons
participated in a lively discussion of alternative energy sources and energy
conservation. The varied opinions reflected the diverse backgrounds and
experiences of the group. There was general agreement on the nature of the
energy problems that we face and everyone recognized that there are no easy
solutions. The group also agreed on the delicious nature of the lunch served at
The Tobacco Company. Trish Lauck of Boehringer Ingelheim organized the Science
Café.
The Virginia Section will host the 2009
Chemistry Olympiad for all high school chemistry teachers and students who are
interested in participating. The Local Section competition will involve first
and second year chemistry examinations given during March. The students who do
well in the Local competition will be nominated to compete in the National
competition in April. These students will compete for 20 positions in the study
camp at the US Air Force Academy in Colorado. The five member International
Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) team will be chosen from these 20 students to compete
in the IChO. For more information and the application forms, either hard copy or
on line, go to the Virginia Section Chemistry Olympiad site at
http://membership.acs.org/V/VA/olympiad/default.htm. Dr. Ann Sullivan
is the coordinator for the Chemistry Olympiad in the Virginia Section.
| CHAIR: |
Mr. Kenneth Chapman |
(804) 448-4852 |
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Cardinal Workforce Developers |
FAX: (804) 448-9323 |
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16080 Countyline Church Road |
kmc97 @ aol.com |
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Ruther Glen, VA 22546 |
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| CHAIR-ELECT: |
Dr. Yezdi B. Pithawalla |
(804) 274-4587 |
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Philip Morris RD&E |
FAX: (804) 274-4778 |
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4203 Commerce Road |
yezdi.b.pithawalla @
altria.com |
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Richmond, VA 23284 |
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| VICE CHAIR: |
Dr. Stephanie Mabry |
(804) 639-6991 |
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9407 Orchid Terrace |
stephanie.mabry @ verizon.net |
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Chesterfield, VA 23832 |
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| SECRETARY: |
Dr. Karen Carter |
(804) 521-7369 |
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Commonwealth
Biotechnologies, Inc. |
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601 Biotech Drive |
kcarter @ cbi-biotech.com |
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Richmond, VA 23235 |
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| TREASURER: |
Dr. Bradley K. Norwood |
(804) 271-5572
ext. 307 |
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Arista Laboratories |
brad.norwood @ aristalabs.com |
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1941 Reymet Road |
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Richmond, VA 23237 |
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The term for each of the officers listed above is one year
except for the Treasurer, which is a three year term. Dr.
R. Gerald Bass was elected to a three-year term as a Councilor;
Dr. Sheryl Baldwin was elected to a three-year term as Alternate Councilor; and Dr.
James Demas s was re-elected as Trustee for another three-year term. The new
officers began their terms on January 1, 2009.
This question was asked in the
December Bulletin:
When the Section changed to a calendar-year term for its officers, it meant that
the first set of officers under the new basis actually served 18-month terms of
office (from July of one year through December of the next). At that time, the
Section had just over 600 members (membership is now over 1400) and the Section
Chair was Clinton W. Baber. What years are we talking about
- 1939-40; 1953-54; 1962-63; or 1977-78? Can you
name any other Section officers who served the year-and-a-half terms? The
extended terms ran from July, 1953 through December, 1954. Clinton W. Baber was
the Chairman of the Section, William E. Trout, Jr. was Chairman-Elect,
Randolph N. Gladding was Vice-Chairman, C.J. Coli, Jr.
was Secretary, and Everett C. Cogbill was Treasurer.
New question: The Virginia Section has been presenting awards to
distinguished high school chemistry teachers for sixty years. Who was the
recipient of the first teaching award, presented in 1948? Bonus question:
When did the Section begin recognizing middle school science teachers?
I want to first thank everyone for coming to our meetings,
volunteering to help support our many activities, and for supporting me. 2008
was great!
We held many events:
We recognized many people:
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Distinguished High School Chemistry Teacher Award - Leslie
Kovach
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Distinguished Middle School Science Teacher Award - Mary
Younger
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Distinguished Service Award - Dr. Ralph Allen
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Industrial Leadership Award - Dr. Jane Lewis
I look forward to continuing the tradition of the ACS as Past
Chair and being more active in other Committees such as the 2011 SERMACS
Planning Committee and the Younger Chemist Committee, and to upholding our newly-created
Science Café event.
I learned a lot this year on the job and I would like to say thanks to all of my
fellows Executive Committee members for doing their jobs diligently, to Jim Beck
for keeping me in line, and to Dr. Will Lewis for mentoring me.
Thank you and I look forward to seeing you in the near future.
Trey Gregory
Past Chair
Virginia Section ACS
Longwood
University junior Jeramie Stamps is one of 121 college students from
across the country selected as American Chemical Society Scholars. The ACS
Scholar program provides support for minority students who plan to pursue
careers in chemistry. Mr. Stamps, from Ringgold in Pittsylvania County, is a
chemistry major at Longwood who plans to pursue a career in forensic science. He
will receive $5,000 for the 2008B09 academic year and may be eligible for a
renewal grant. He transferred to Longwood University in 2008 from Danville
Community College. Jeramie is a member of Alpha Chi Sigma professional chemistry
fraternity and of the LU Chemistry Club. He learned about the ACS Scholar
program from two of his chemistry professors - Dr.
Paul Fox and Dr. Melissa Rhoten.
The Science Museum of
Virginia (in Richmond) has, since 1977, occupied the building that opened in
1919 as a railroad station for use by several railroads. The current mission of
the SMV is:
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to deepen our
understanding of man and his environment;
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to promote a knowledge
of the scientific method and thus encourage objectivity in the everyday
affairs of man;
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to engage in
instruction and research in the sciences in order to educate citizens of all
ages in the concepts and principles of science and how these concepts and
principles form the foundation upon which rests our technological society
and its economy;
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to use, subject to the
approval of the accredited educational facilities concerned, Museum
personnel in educational programs;
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to motivate and
stimulate young people to seek careers in science;
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to encourage an
understanding of the history of scientific endeavor;
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to provide special
facilities and collections for the study of Virginia's natural resources;
and,
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to foster a love of
nature and a concern for its preservation.
The Science Museum
features a great variety of continuing exhibits as well as special exhibitions
and programs. Live theater is presented in the Carpenter Science Theater, the
planetarium shows highlight many night sky events, and outstanding films are
shown on the IMAX DOME. The Museum sponsors many programs for all age groups.
For more information, including a schedule of events, check out the Museum’s
website: www.smv.org.
Share the excitement
of science and technology! Join the volunteer team and help bring the
Science Museum of Virginia and the Virginia Aviation Museum to life! High
school students to retirees share their time and talents in numerous
positions throughout the museums. Volunteers are committed to personal
growth and a love of learning. Additional benefits enjoyed include:
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Free Family/Dual
Membership for volunteers who give a minimum of 100 hours per year;
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Invitations to museum
special events and adult educational programs;
Service recognition at annual volunteer recognition awards dinner and
presentation;
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Letter of reference.
To become a part of this
outstanding group of volunteers, call Beth Voelkel at (804) 864-1511. Adult and
student volunteer applications are available on the Museum website:
www.smv.org.
The Science Museum of
Virginia is a great place to learn. Go to the Science Museum website,
www.smv.org to find out more about these
educational programs and workshops:
| Astronomy
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Astronomy resources
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| Camp In
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When
the sun sets, the fun rises at Camp In! The hugely popular Camp In
returns for its 22nd year with new activities sure to excite and
entertain your group! |
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Demonstrations |
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Enliven your group's visit
with activities presented by gallery educators on a wide variety of
topics. Each demonstration is 30 minutes in length. Exhibits Plus is
available by reservation only and performed exclusively for your group.
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| Dig
Archaeology |
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Presented by the Richmond Society of the Archaeological Institute of
America. |
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Junior Solar Sprint |
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Middle school students working in teams
design and build a vehicle that will complete a race in the shortest
time possible using energy from the sun. |
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Kids Extra
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Science activities for elementary
school-aged children. In the Richmond Times-Dispatch on the first
Tuesday of each month. |
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Labs |
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First- through sixth-grade students
enjoy a hands-on experience focused on a science theme. These activities
add exciting, structured learning to your group=s visit. By reservation
only. |
| Lunch Break Science
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Pack a
lunch and join us for the newest in our series of life-long learning
programs. |
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Outreach Education |
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The
Science Museum of Virginia brings science fun to schools, libraries,
day-care centers, fairs and parks throughout Virginia.
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Science Explorers |
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Science Explorers Summer Camp will be back
in Summer 2009. |
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Science Saturdays |
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The
Science Museum is the place to be on Saturday afternoons! You'll have a
blast with hands-on activities, science demos, interactive exhibits and
more! |
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School Partnership Programs |
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Programs brought to your school during
regular school hours or after school. |
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School Trips |
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Find
out everything the Science Museum of Virginia can do to make your field
trip fun, memorable and worthwhile. |
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Teacher Resources |
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Professional development, education materials, classroom activities and
special programs for teachers. |
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Wonderplace Lab |
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Exclusively for scientists age 4 - grade 2! Climb aboard the Wonderplace
train car for a journey into science exploration and discovery.
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The Virginia Section=s 2008 awards to outstanding teachers
were sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. The Section gratefully acknowledges
their financial support. BI Chemicals has a large production facility in
Petersburg and other facilities in both Petersburg and Richmond. Dr. Joseph
Pompano, Senior Analytical Chemist at Boehringer Ingelheim Chemicals in
Petersburg, is a Past Chair of the Virginia Section and Mr. Charles (Trey)
Gregory, a Chemist in the Quality Control Division at BI Chemicals, was the
Chair of the Section for 2008. Dr. Kai O. Donsbach of Boehringer Ingelheim
Chemicals received an Outstanding Innovation Award from the Virginia Section in
September, 2007. The BI Chemicals CAPIC Synthesis Team received the Section's
Industrial Innovation Award in 2002.
The
photograph is from1942 when the subject graduated from East Carolina
Teachers College (now East Carolina University). The Department of Chemistry
in The Thomas Harriott College of Arts and Sciences at East Carolina
University recently honored him as its oldest alumnus and scholarship
supporter. He and his wife Helen attended the homecoming festivities at ECU
where he was presented with a certificate of appreciation and a plaque for
his contributions to the chemistry department. He also received an
autographed ECU game ball from the Pirates Head Coach Skip Holtz. At the
ceremony, he said "The education I received from
East Carolina Teachers College some 66 years ago, along with the love and
support of my wife, have enabled me to have a satisfying and successful
career as a high school chemistry and physics teacher as well as supervisor
of science education for the state of Virginia."
The
person shown in the
December 2008 Bulletin is Dr. Glen Kellogg, Associate Professor of
Medicinal Chemistry at Virginia Commonwealth University. He and Dr. Donald
J. Abraham founded the company eduSoft, LC in 1993. They received the
Section=s Outstanding Innovation Award in 2001.
The Virginia Section's celebration of National
Chemistry Week 2008 featured a day of exciting demonstrations and hands-on
science activities at the Science Museum of Virginia on Saturday, October
25. The great success of this outreach activity would not have been possible
without the hard work and enthusiastic assistance of many volunteers. The
Virginia Section thanks everyone who contributed to NCW 2008.
From John Tyler Community College: Kristine Smetana, Jocelyn Strode,
Tecumseh Bey, Florence Moneta, Konnie Bryant-Duong, Beth Awesome, Hanan
Magsher, Jennifer Lewis, Edward Adusei, Indira Boodrum, Lydon Van Den Borg,
Anh Nguyen, Elvetta Stith, Anna Marston, Lauren Alleyne, Dickie Alleyne,
Renee Estep, Maria Seranno, Shannon Howell, Charles Stacey, Kevin Gainey,
Andrew Kriz, Methal Amin
From J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College: Ann Sullivan, Fetema
Alam, Amanda Stewart, Christropher Tuck,Sheila Rosanelli, Emely Castanos,
Menyeshu Hassan,Valerie Brooks, Alex Dimen, William Bowen, Morgan Campbell,
Rene Carbone, Nicole Satterfield, Jennifer Ware, Smita Joshi, Carrie Miller,
Pryce Mallory, Thomas White, Adil Suleman
From Thomas Dale High School: Felix E. Torres, Khayrat Amin, Anh
Nguyen
From the Appomattox Regional Governor's School:
Allen Black, Leno Bradby
From Hopewell High School: Timothy Saywack
From Longwood University: Megan Simms, Lyndsay Betts, Tricia Clary,
Sarah Blevins
From the Virginia Section: Jim Beck, Will Lewis, R. G. Bass, David
Anderson
Cub Scouts: Pack 440 - Zack Gallagher, Alexander Smetana, Ann Rowlay;
Pack 443 - Reed Richardson, Kyle Richardson; Pack 531 - Sean McAndrew,
Cole McAndrew
Other: Benjamin Anderson
Special thanks to Dr. Kristine Smetana, the NCW Coordinator for the
Virginia Section and to Dr. Ann Sullivan
for their outstanding efforts on NCW 2008.
