NAYGN Membership Announcements
by Thames, Jana Meree
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Volume 10, Issue 12: January 24, 2013
NAYGN Announcements:
1. Nominations now being accepted for the NAYGN Core Elections. Email Duncan Robinson<mailto:robinson@na-ygn.org>, if you are interested in running for a position. This year, Vice-President, Public Information Chair, United States Affairs Chair, and Communications Chair are open for election. Click here<http://naygn.org/about-us/positions-needed/> to read the roles and responsibilities of these positions. All interested candidates must supply their nomination materials to Duncan Robinson by January 31st, 2013 to be considered.
2. NAYGN members, do you have great events or activities going on in your NAYGN chapter that are worth sharing with the rest of your NAYGN peers? The NAYGN official website (www.naygn.org<http://www.naygn.org>) is always looking for more content from our many chapters so that we are better informed and connected. If your chapter has a story to share, please email it to communications(a)na-ygn.org<mailto:communications@na-ygn.org> and do include pictures. These materials will be used to populate our website blog and may be referenced/duplicated on our Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn pages. We look forward to hearing about your great work.
3. Do you want to recognize the excellent work that someone or a group of “someones” have done in 2012. It is now time to show your appreciation. Recommend them NOW for an award. The awards are listed below https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SK5JDBS
•Excellence Award: This award is given to individuals or groups who have put in significant effort to accomplish NA-YGN’s mission.
•Future Award: NA-YGN wants to recognize 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.
•Founder’s Award: In 1999, seven people set forth to create an organization that embodied the spirit of young professionals in the nuclear industry. Their goal was to provide an organization that united these young professionals who believe in nuclear science and technology and are working together throughout North America to share their passion. 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.
4. Save the Date! The next NAYGN webinar will be held on February 7 from 3 pm to 4 pm EST. Representatives from Westinghouse will present information on Small Modular Reactors. Please visit www.naygn.org<http://www.naygn.org> to register for this webinar.
5. Meet the Candidates! Please join us on February 14 from 3 pm to 4 pm EST to meet the candidates for the upcoming Core Positions. Please visit www.naygn.org<http://www.naygn.org> to register.
6. IYNC is looking for a new Treasurer. If you are interested please send an email to lrizea(a)nuclearelectrica.ro<mailto:lrizea@nuclearelectrica.ro> for more details. Responsibilities for this position include
Responsible for management of financial records of IYNC in accordance with U.S. regulations for non-profit organizations.
The Treasurer shall file all required forms with the Internal Revenue Service and California Franchise Tax Board, prepare annual financial statements, and work closely with the Financial Chair of each general Congress meeting. Deadline is Jan 26.
7. North American Young Generation in Nuclear is now soliciting student applications to attend the 2013 Professional Development Workshop, to be held May 12-14 in Washington D.C.
Whose Eligible: Any student currently enrolled in a nuclear related curriculum.
Scholarship Includes: Airfare
4-nights in the Grand Hyatt Hotel
Workshop Registration
Interested students should submit the following to Elizabeth McAndrew-Benavides no later than 5pm EDT on March 8, 2013.
A. A current copy of your resume.
B. Cover Letter that includes your:
1. Current and Permanent Address
2. Telephone Number
3. Email Address
4. Name of the Community College or University you attend
5. Focus of Study (the degree or major you are working to complete)
6. Nuclear Reference (Name and contact information for a professor or industry employee who suggested the student applies for the scholarship)
7. 3-5 paragraphs on why you should be selected to attend the workshop.
Application Contact: Elizabeth McAndrew-Benavides<mailto:6.%09emb@nei.org>
Jana Thames
NAYGN Communications Chair
thames(a)na-ygn.org<mailto:thames@na-ygn.org> or communications(a)na-ygn.org<mailto:communications@na-ygn.org>
912-366-2204 1-800-722-7774
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NAYGN Membership Announcements
by Thames, Jana Meree
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Volume 10, Issue 11: January 10, 2013
NAYGN Announcements:
1. Nominations now being accepted for the NAYGN Core Elections. Email Duncan Robinson<mailto:robinson@na-ygn.org>, if you are interested in running for a position. This year, Vice-President, Public Information Chair, United States Affairs Chair, and Communications Chair are open for election. Click here<http://naygn.org/about-us/positions-needed/> to read the roles and responsibilities of these positions. All interested candidates must supply their nomination materials to Duncan Robinson by January 31st, 2013 to be considered.
2. Are you interested in being one of the voices of the Youth Generation in Nuclear. Nuclear Energy Outreach Network (NEON) is looking for members to help build up this network, which is designed to give nuclear professionals opportunities to participate in public events and share information about nuclear technology and answer questions. The goal is to establish YGN’s presence at events such as public hearings, public forums about energy, educational events, nuclear power plant tours, and be a source of information during nuclear events. If interested or have any questions, please contact glen.lawson(a)duke-energy.com<mailto:glen.lawson@duke-energy.com>.
3. Save the Date! The next NAYGN webinar will be held on February 7 from 3 pm to 4 pm EST. Representatives from Westinghouse will present information on Small Modular Reactors. Please visit www.naygn.org<http://www.naygn.org> to register for this webinar.
4. Meet the Candidates! Please join us on February 14 from 3 pm to 4 pm EST to meet the candidates for the upcoming Core Positions. Please visit www.naygn.org<http://www.naygn.org> to register for this webinar.
5. North American Young Generation in Nuclear is now soliciting student applications to attend the 2013 Professional Development Workshop, to be held May 12-14 in Washington D.C.
Whose Eligible: Any student currently enrolled in a nuclear related curriculum.
Scholarship Includes: Airfare
4-nights in the Grand Hyatt Hotel
Workshop Registration
Interested students should submit the following to Elizabeth McAndrew-Benavides no later than 5pm EDT on March 8, 2013.
A. A current copy of your resume.
B. Cover Letter that includes your:
1. Current and Permanent Address
2. Telephone Number
3. Email Address
4. Name of the Community College or University you attend
5. Focus of Study (the degree or major you are working to complete)
6. Nuclear Reference (Name and contact information for a professor or industry employee who suggested the student applies for the scholarship)
7. 3-5 paragraphs on why you should be selected to attend the workshop.
Application Contact: Elizabeth McAndrew-Benavides<mailto:6.%09emb@nei.org>
Jana Thames
NAYGN Communications Chair
thames(a)na-ygn.org<mailto:thames@na-ygn.org> or communications(a)na-ygn.org<mailto:communications@na-ygn.org>
912-366-2204 1-800-722-7774
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NAYGN Special Membership Announcements
by Thames, Jana Meree
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Volume 10, Issue 10.5: January 7, 2013
NAYGN Special Announcement:
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Special Webinar Event
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Join us for a one-on-one webinar with USNRC Commissioner Magwood, on January 10th at 3:30pm EST.
Commissioner Magwood will be discussing what a Commissioner does and be available to answer your questions. This event requires registration. Send this WebEx invitation to your membership or those who may be interested!
Click here<https://na-ygn.webex.com/na-ygn/onstage/g.php?d=665742741&t=a&EA=sacharn%...> to register. You will receive a confirmation email with instructions, after you have successfully registered.
If you have any questions, contact NA-YGN Webinar Host at:
webinars(a)na-ygn.org<mailto:webinars@na-ygn.org>
Jana Thames
NAYGN Communications Chair
thames(a)na-ygn.org<mailto:thames@na-ygn.org> or communications(a)na-ygn.org<mailto:communications@na-ygn.org>
912-366-2204 1-800-722-7774
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