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ABOUT THE NEW YORK LOCAL SECTION

Mr. Frank Romano
2010 NY Section Chair

Chair's Message

I would like to thank the members for giving me this opportunity to represent you as the American Chemical Society's New York Section Chair for 2010. I am looking forward to making 2010 another successful year for the New York Section. We have great volunteers, but there is always plenty to do. I extend an invitation to all our members to help contribute to our ongoing success. Our first event is the Section Conference which will be held at St. John's University. All members are invited to attend. This event includes a brief awards presentation to some of our outstanding members, followed by an invited speaker on a topic of current interest. Finally, we divide into interest groups and set the strategies for 2010. This is a perfect opportunity for individual members to have their voices heard!

With the help of our members, our programs are set up to serve our members, the scientific community and the general public. The New York Section is proud to continue to offer the following major events in our area:

The Section Conference, January 16, 2010, St. John's University, Queens, NY
The Nichols High School Teacher Award, January 16, 2010, Queensboro Community College
The Nichols Award and Symposium, March 5, 2010, Crown Plaza Hotel, Westchester, NY
Chemistry Olympiad, February-March 2010, Various High Schools
The Undergraduate Research Symposium, May 8, 2010, Adelphi University
Chemagination (for High School Chemistry Students), May 2010, St. John's University
Frances Sterrett Environmental Symposium, May 20, 2010, Hofstra University
National Chemistry Week, Oct/Nov 2010, NY Hall of Science

Ask yourself, how can I become involved in such a successful organization? Not to worry, there are many opportunities for all members to give back to the Society by volunteering their expertise and time. Start by contacting your Subsection or Topical Group officers. They will be glad to welcome you onto their teams.

Don't know your Subsection? We currently have 6 Subsections that would be thrilled to have your help with their programs: Long Island, Westchester, Hudson-Bergen, Staten Island, Rockland and Brooklyn. I encourage members to get involved in their local Subsections. Please check out our website for details on all events and how to contact your local Subsection Chair.

We also have Topical Groups that focus on various disciplines. The Topical Groups include: Analytical, Biochemistry, Chemical Marketing and Economics, Theoretical and Computational Chemistry, High School Chemistry Teachers, Inorganic and Organometallic, Metro Women Chemists, Nanotechnology, Organic, Retired Chemists, and Younger Chemists. Did we miss a Topical Group? Please let us know.

We are exiting a year where the tough economy has impacted businesses and jobs, which has affected some of our members. The ACS has several programs to assist members in finding new jobs. If you are unemployed, please ask us about special considerations.

One of the other advantages of being a member of the ACS is the ability to network with your colleagues. By attending local events you will have the opportunity to meet other chemists with similar interests. This is a good opportunity to share your successes.

Please feel free to send me your ideas and suggestions for programs and services you would like the New York Section to offer. I can be reached at the following Email

Best Regards,
Frank Romano
2010 Chair, American Chemical Society's New York Section (NYACS)

NY Section Strategic Plan

MISSION STATEMENT
To be a forum for the exchange of ideas, knowledge and experiences among those interested in the Chemical Sciences in ways that promote individual and professional excellence in the Chemical Community

STRATEGIC THRUSTS
1. New York Section will increase membership and participation of chemical scientists working in industry.
2. New York Section will expand collaborative activities with local chapters of other professional societies in the New York region to enhance the interdisciplinary boundaries of chemistry.
3. New York Section will develop and utilize advanced technology to enhance professional activities and services for our members.
4. New York Section will foster activities and programs to improve the public's recognition and appreciation of the contributions of chemistry.
5. New York Section will promote the development of programs and services to improve the scientific literacy and interest of students.
6. New York Section will facilitate the career development of professionals in the Chemical Sciences.
7. New York Section will encourage participation and leadership by women and underrepresented minorities.

VISION STATEMENT
The New York Section of the American Chemical Society will be the premier membership organization for chemists, chemical engineers, and allied professionals in the New York metropolitan area and a leader in advancing the public's scientific literacy and appreciation of chemistry.