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missions shared by GSA and like-minded professional societies,
educational institutions, and government agencies. Build collab-
orative relationships with GSA Divisions and Associated Societies
on international issues and serve as channel for member-generated
proposals for international themes.
JOINT TECHNICAL PROGRAM COMMITTEE
Two vacancies: Member-at-Large, Member-at-Large Marine/
Coastal Geology (2-year term, 1 Dec. 2018–30 Nov. 2020; 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
fields, and be available in late July–mid-August for the organiza-
tion of the annual meeting technical program.
MEMBERSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP COMMITTEE
Two vacancies: Members-at-Large Academia
(3-year term; B, T)
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, with the goal of fostering a membership
community as pertinent and global as our science. Qualifications:
Committee members should understand what various segments of
members want from GSA, and should be familiar with outstand-
ing achievers in the geosciences worthy of fellowship. Extensive
time commitment February–March.
NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE
Two Members-at-Large vacancies (3-year term; 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.
PENROSE CONFERENCES AND FIELD FORUMS
COMMITTEE
Two Members-at-Large vacancies (3-year term; E)
This committee reviews and approves Penrose Conference and
Thompson Field Forum proposals and recommends and imple-
ments guidelines for the success of these meetings.
Qualifications: Committee members must be past conveners of a
Penrose Conference or Thompson Field Forum.
PENROSE MEDAL AWARD COMMITTEE
Two Member-at-Large vacancies (3-year term; 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 and March. All committee decisions must be
made by 1 April.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Two vacancies: Student Member-at-Large (3-year term; E),
Former Councilor (3-year term; E)
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
One vacancy: Member-at-Large (4-year term; B, E, M)
The primary responsibilities of the committee are nomination
of candidates for editors when positions become vacant; review-
ing the quality and health of each Society publication and report-
ing with an annual report to Council that includes recommenda-
tions for changes in page charges, subsidies, or any other
publishing matter on which Council must make a decision. To
carry out this charge, headquarters will provide the committee
with all necessary financial information.
RESEARCH GRANTS COMMITTEE
Nine Members-at-Large vacancies with various specialties
(3-year term; 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 com-
mittee 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.
YOUNG SCIENTIST AWARD (DONATH MEDAL)
COMMITTEE
Two vacancies: Member-at-Large, Councilor/Former
Councilor (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
achievement(s) in contributing to geologic knowledge through
original research which marks a major advance in the earth sci-
ences.” All of the committee’s work will be accomplished during
the months of February and March. All committee decisions must
be made by 1 April.
Committee, Section, and Division
Volunteers: Council Thanks You!
GSA Council acknowledges the many member-volun-
teers who, over the years, have contributed to the Society
and to our science through involvement in the affairs of the
GSA. Your time, talent, and expertise help build a solid
and lasting Society.
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