HIGHLIGHTS ADVANCED MATERIALS & PROCESSES | MARCH 2024 49 ASM Seeks Vice President and Board of Trustees Nominations ASM is seeking nominations for the position of vice president as well as three trustees. The Society’s 2024 vice president and trustee elects will serve as a voice for the membership and will shape ASM’s future through implementation of the ASM Strategic Plan. Qualifications: Members must have a well-rounded understanding of the broad activities and objectives of ASM on a local, Society, and international level, and the issues and opportunities that ASM will face over the next few years. Further, they must also have a general appreciation for international trends in the engineered materials industry. Duties: The duties of board members include various assignments between regular meetings. Trustees also assume the responsibility of making Chapter visits and serving as a board liaison to ASM Affiliate Societies and various committees and councils. Guidelines: Nominees for vice president must have previously served on the ASM Board or served as the president of an ASM Affiliate Society Board. Those selected to serve as trustees should be capable of someday assuming the ASM presidency. Deadline for nominations is March 15. For more information, visit asminternational.org/vp-board-nominations or contact Leslie Taylor, leslie.taylor@asminternational.org or 440.338.5472. ASM and its Af liate Societies Seek Student Board Members We’re looking for Material Advantage student members to provide insights and ideas to ASM and its Affiliate Society Boards. We are pleased to announce the continuation of our successful Student Board Member programs. Each Society values the input and participation of students and is looking for their insights and ideas. An opportunity like no other! • Expenses to attend meetings paid for by the respective Society • Take an active role in shaping the future of your professional Society • Actively participate in your professional Society’s board meetings • Gain leadership skills to enhance your career • Add a unique experience to your resume • Represent Material Advantage and speak on behalf of students • Work with leading professionals in the field The student board member term for ASM International begins June 1 and requires attendance at four in-person meetings and one virtual meeting. Terms for all the Affiliate Societies begin October 1 and require attendance at one board meeting and various teleconferences. Application deadline is April 1. Visit asminternational.org/students/student-board-member-programs for complete form and rules. NOMINATIONS SOUGHT Mark Your Calendar: Upcoming Award Deadlines March 15 – ASM-IIM Visiting Lecturer March 15 – Bradley Stoughton Award for Early Career Teachers March 15 – Engineering Materials Achievement Award April 1 – ASM Student Paper Contest April 30 – Canada Council Awards To nominate someone for any of these awards, email christine.hoover@asminternational.org for a unique nomination link. It is ASM’s commitment to be inclusive and mindful of diversity in our policies, programs, courses, awards, and interactions with others. As an organization, we affirm and encourage nominations of qualified candidates, within each award’s criteria, regardless of their age, culture, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, marital status, nationality, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status. ASM-IIM Visiting Lecturer Program Seeks Applicants Deadline March 15 The cooperative Visiting Lecturer Program of ASM International and the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM) is seeking applicants for 2024. View rules, past recipients, and criteria at asminternational.org/membership/awards. 2024 Bradley Stoughton Award for Early Career Teachers Winner receives $3000. Deadline March 15. This award recognizes excellence in early career teachers in the field of materials science, materials engineering, design, and processing. Do you know a colleague who: • Is a teacher of materials science, materials engineering, design, or processing • Has the ability to impart knowledge and enthusiasm to students
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