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papers. This committee also encourages active engagement in
geoscience policy by GSA members. Qualifications: Members
should have experience with public-policy issues involving the
science of geology; ability to develop, disseminate, and translate
information from the geologic sciences into useful forms for the
general public and for GSA Members; and familiarity with appro-
priate techniques for the dissemination of information.
GSA INTERNATIONAL
Three vacancies: one member-at-large (International Associated
Society), one member-at-large (North America), and one
member-at-large (outside North America) (4-year terms) (E/M)
Serve as GSA’s coordination and communication resource seek-
ing to promote, create, and enhance opportunities for international One member-at-large vacancy (3-year term) (E)
cooperation related to the scientific, educational, and outreach
missions shared by GSA and like-minded professional societies,
educational institutions, and government agencies. Build collab-
orative relationships with Divisions and Associated Societies in
International issues and serve as a channel for member-generated
proposals for international themes.
JOINT TECHNICAL PROGRAM COMMITTEE
Two member-at-large vacancies: one paleoclimatology &
paleoceanology and one Precambrian geology (2-year terms,
1 Dec. 2017–30 Nov. 2019) (B/E)
Members of this committee help finalize the technical program
for GSA’s annual meetings by participating in the Web-based
selection and scheduling of abstracts, as well as topical session
proposal review. Qualifications: Members must be familiar with
computers and the Internet, be a specialist in one of the specified tions for changes in page charges, subsidies, or any other publish-
fields, and be available in late July through mid-August for the
organization of the annual meeting technical program.
MEMBERSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP COMMITTEE
One member-at-large vacancy (government; 3-year term) (B)
This committee contributes to the growth of the GSA member-
ship, enhances the member experience, and serves a vital role in
the selection of Fellows, all with the goal of fostering a member-
ship community as pertinent and global as our science. Committee
members should understand what various segments of our mem-
bers want from GSA and should be familiar with outstanding
achievers in the geosciences who would be worthy of fellowship.
NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE
Two member-at-large vacancies (industry, government)
(3-year terms) (B/E)
This committee recommends nominees to GSA Council for the
positions of GSA Officers and Councilors, committee members, and
Society representatives to other permanent groups. Qualifications:
Members must be familiar with a broad range of well-known and
highly respected geoscientists. Meets in Boulder in July or August. committee, but the positions are only used when necessary
PENROSE CONFERENCES AND THOMPSON FIELD
FORUMS COMMITTEE
Two member-at-large vacancies (3-year terms) (E)
This committee reviews and approves Penrose Conference and
Field Forum proposals and recommends and implements guidelines
for the success of these meetings. Qualifications: Committee
members must be past conveners of a Penrose Conference or
Field Forum.
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PENROSE MEDAL AWARD COMMITTEE
Two member-at-large vacancies (3-year terms) (E/T)
Members of this committee select candidates for the Penrose
Medal Award. Emphasis is placed on “eminent research in pure
geology, which marks a major advance in the science of geology.”
Qualifications: Members should be familiar with outstanding
achievers in the geosciences worthy of consideration for the honor.
All of the committee’s work will be accomplished during the
months of February/March. All committee decisions must be
made by 1 April.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
This committee directs, advises, and monitors GSA’s profes-
sional development program; reviews and approves proposals;
recommends and implements guideline changes; and monitors the
scientific quality of courses offered. Qualifications: Members
must be familiar with professional development programs or have
adult education teaching experience.
PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE
Two vacancies: one member-at-large and one young profes-
sional member-at-large (4-year terms) (B/E/M)
The primary responsibilities of the committee are: nomination
of candidates for editors when positions become vacant; reviewing
the quality and health of each Society publication; and reporting
with an annual report to Council that shall include recommenda-
ing matter on which Council must make a decision. To carry out
this charge, GSA headquarters will provide the committee with all
necessary financial information.
RESEARCH GRANTS COMMITTEE
Eleven member-at-large vacancies and one NSF delegate
(3-year terms) (B/T)
The primary function of this committee is to evaluate the
research grant applications received, by delegation of the
Council’s authority and within the limits of the research grants
budget, to award specific grants to chosen recipients. The commit-
tee will also act on the distribution of funds derived from any
other gifts or memorial or award funds that are to be administered
by it. Qualifications: Members should have experience in direct-
ing research projects and in evaluating research grant applications.
Extensive time commitment required 15 Feb.–15 April.
RESEARCH GRANTS COMMITTEE—ALTERNATES
Ten member-at-large vacancies (3-year terms; B/T)
This has the same functions/requirements as the research grants
depending on the number of research grants received.
YOUNG SCIENTIST AWARD (DONATH MEDAL)
COMMITTEE
One member-at-large vacancy (3-year term) (E/T)
Committee members investigate the achievements of young
scientists who should be considered for this award and make rec-
ommendations to GSA Council. Qualifications: Members should
have knowledge of young scientists with “outstanding