—Volunteers As Leaders “” One of the well-known facts about volunteer-led organizations like the American Chemical Society is that members who volunteer tend to be members who stay involved. Each of us has our own story of how we became involved in ACS. For some of us, it was volunteering at the local section level; for others, it was helping to organize a symposium for a technical division; for yet others, it may have been a request to serve on a committee of the society.
by E. Ann Nalley, ACS President | September 11, 2006
—Volunteering For Success “” Volunteering is a great way to pick up new skills and expand your professional network. But with thousands of worthy causes to choose from, how do you decide where to invest your time and energy? To get the most out of your volunteer activities, ask yourself the following questions: WHAT ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT?
by Brought to you by ACS Careers | December 03, 2012
—Supporting ACS’s volunteers “” Every year, thousands of dedicated and talented volunteers channel their passion for chemistry, education, advocacy, diversity, and other issues into tangible deliverables that make an impact on the American Chemical Society, the chemistry profession, and society as a whole. ACS volunteers dedicate their time and talents to realizing the ACS vision of “improving people’s lives through the transforming power of chemistry.” Some of these volunteers have been contributing their efforts to local and national projects for ACS for decades. ACS’s committee system, which is made up of more than 40 council and/or board-related committees, provides a framework for volunteer engagement at the national level.
by Carolyn Ribes, Chair, ACS Committee on Committees | June 17, 2018
What is ACS doing to value and help our volunteers? Is ACS doing enough? ACS provides contacts, networking, infrastructure, insurance, and some funds for activities, among other things, but ACS volunteers each day, month, and year are the ones who see that the business of ACS continues in an orderly way across the U.S.
by Howard Peters, ACS Director-At-Large | August 21, 2006
—A Tale Of Four Volunteers “” Once upon a time, there was an animal shelter managed and run completely by volunteers. Every night, volunteers would arrive and feed the animals, change their water, clean, and do all the things needed to keep the animals happy and healthy. Other volunteers would educate potential adopters, sell supplies, and so on. Most volunteers came weekly, and through the months, routines developed. Below, we describe four volunteers and how they approach their tasks. The first volunteer is Adequate Anna. She arrived at about the same time every week, did her usual task, and then went home. Most of the time, she remembered to let people know ahead of time if she wasn’t going to be there, but not always.
by Brought to you by ACS Careers | December 07, 2015
—Award for Volunteer Service to the American Chemical Society: Carol A. Duane “” Sponsor: ACS Citation: For her passion and work in ACS volunteer efforts to empower members with the skills to lead within ACS, their workplace, and their community. Current position: president, D&D Consultants of Mentor Education: M.S., chemistry, Ohio State University Duane on her volunteer role model and why: “My volunteer role models range from chemistry’s most eminent scientists to innumerable ACS colleagues and the chemists in my family.
January 08, 2018
—In Praise Of Volunteers “” During this season of giving, let’s pause to celebrate the often-unsung work of chemists who volunteer generously to promote scientific awareness. The power of volunteering comes through in several parts of this issue. On page 55, Cheryl B. Frech, chair of the American Chemical Society’s Committee on Public Relations & Communications, shares some of the reasons members enjoy participating in the ACS Chemistry Ambassadors program.
by A. Maureen Rouhi | December 10, 2012
—An ACS member benefit: Volunteering with your local section “” Volunteering with your American Chemical Society local section is a great way to build your professional network and develop transferable skills. By volunteering, you can improve your skills relevant to supervising a research group, managing a lab, leading a department, finding funding resources, or running a business.
by Jason E. Ritchie, Chair, Local Section Activities Committee | November 02, 2019
—Award for Volunteer Service to Mary K. Engelman “” Mary K. Engelman is the recipient of the 2021 Award for Volunteer Service from the American Chemical Society. Created in 2001, the award recognizes individuals who exemplify the spirit of volunteerism and have contributed significantly to the society’s goals and objectives.
by Linda Wang | July 31, 2020