1.       We want to hear from YOU - it’s time for the 2012 NA-YGN Career Survey!  The NA-YGN benchmarking committee has released the survey for all members, and your participation is vital to our success!  CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY.  The survey will take just a couple minutes of your time, is anonymous, and will provide the committee with data for the 2012 NA-YGN Career Report.  Act now - the survey closes on February 3rd.  Help us reach our goal of a 60% member response rate.  The chapter with the highest percentage of participation will receive a prize!  Questions?  Email benchmarking@na-ygn.org . 

 

2.      Go Nuke is currently looking for writers for the Winter edition. If your chapter is doing something of interest and you have a story idea or are interested in writing, please email communications@na-ygn.org or thames@na-ygn.org.

 

3.       There is a poll being conducted by the Journal News regarding the future of Indian Point. If you support the continued operation of Indian Point, please click here, scroll down the page and vote "Yes."  Though unofficial, these polls can still influence readers, so your participation is greatly appreciated.

 

4.      NA-YGN is currently looking for webinar ideas. If you have any suggestions, please contact pd@na-ygn.org.

 

5.       National Nuclear Science Week (NNSW) is January 23 to 27, 2012.  NA-YGN encourages chapters to celebrate with us on January 27, 2012 by doing public outreach activities and celebrating nuclear science within your chapters.  Chapters that participate in NNSW activities and post them on www.cleanenergyinsight.org are eligible to win a Roddy Costume for their chapter.

 

6.      We ask that members review the four potential award types and then nominate individuals, groups, or local chapters for these awards. We are looking for nominations for activities accomplished only during the 2011 calendar year.

Nomination Due Date: Sunday, February 19, 2012. For more information contact awards@na-ygn.org.

Awards

Excellence Award- http://www.quia.com/sv/560478.html

Given to individuals or groups who have put in significant effort during 2011 to accomplish NA-YGN’s mission.

Future Award- http://www.quia.com/sv/562124.html

Given for the efforts of an individual or a group that best exemplifies the mission of NA-YGN to prepare and plan for the future of the young generation in the field of nuclear science and technology in an innovative or unique way.

Chapter Achievement Award- http://www.quia.com/sv/560492.html

This award recognizes the efforts of local NA-YGN chapters for services related to the growth of members through social, community service, and professional growth activities.

Founder’s Award- http://www.quia.com/sv/562127.html

This is the highest award given by NA-YGN to an individual. It is presented to a member of NA-YGN who exemplifies the efforts of the organization’s Founders.

 

7.       On January 25, 2012, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. EST, Excelsior College will host a special event webinar in recognition of National Nuclear Science Week focusing on the role of professional organizations in furthering career advancement for women in the nuclear field. The panel will feature Margaret Harding of the American Nuclear Society, Erin West of North American Young Generation in Nuclear, and Tennessee Valley Authority’s Coleen Ware. Watch live online at http://excelsiorcollegewomeninnuclear.eventbrite.com/ .

 

8.      Public Information is looking for volunteers!  There are volunteer opportunities in the following areas: Student Education, IYNC Outreach Workshop, Social Media, Clean Energy Insight, and Regional Outreach.  Levels of participation vary from writing a blog about your chapter to leading an initiative across North America!  Please contact Morgan Davis at davis@na-ygn.com if you are interested in volunteering.

 

9.      Nominations – NA-YGN is now accepting nominations for Vice President, Professional Development Chair, Treasurer and Canadian Affairs Chair. Position descriptions can be found in the NA-YGN Bylaws. Candidates can either self-nominate, or be nominated. Nominations will be accepted until January 30, 2012. Please contact Elizabeth McAndrew-Benavides at mcandrew@na-ygn.org for more information.

 

10.   +One – The American Nuclear Society (ANS) is now accepting nominations for their committees. This is a great opportunity for NA-YGN members to grow professionally. If you are also an ANS member, you are encouraged to apply for these technical committees as part of NA-YGN’s +One program. For more information about the available committees please use this link which will take you to the ANS committee application website.