Archive for January, 2008

AGI and USGS Sponsor Photography Exhibit

Monday, January 14th, 2008

“Stones from the Sky: Landscapes of Geology” the exhibit featuring the stunning aerial photography of Michael Collier, is currently on display in the U.S. Geological Survey Art Hallway. As part of this showing, photographer and author Michael Collier will present an illustrated reading at the USGS Visitors Center on January 16, 2008 at 3:00 PM.

Renowned in the geosciences for his stunning work, Collier has received the American Geological Institute’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Pubic Understanding of Geosciences. In addition, his books have won the National Outdoor Book Award, the National Park Service Director’s Award and the U.S. Geological Survey’s Communications Award.

Directly following Collier’s presentation, a reception will be held until 6:30 PM in the Art Hallway. Visitors will be able to view the impressive photographs and talk to the photographer about his experiences in aerial photography and the geosciences.

“Stones from the Sky” will be on display at the U.S. Geological Survey throughout the month of January.

The American Geological Institute is a nonprofit federation of 44 geoscientific and professional associations that represents more than 120,000 geologists, geophysicists and other earth scientists. Founded in 1948, AGI provides information services to geoscientists, serves as a voice of shared interests in the profession, plays a major role in strengthening geoscience education, and strives to increase public awareness of the vital role the geosciences play in society’s use of resources, resiliency to natural hazards, and interaction with the environment.

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AGI and AGIF Establish Award for Exemplary K-8 Earth Science Teacher

Thursday, January 10th, 2008

The American Geological Institute (AGI) and the AGI Foundation are pleased to announce the creation of the Edward C. Roy, Jr. Award for Excellence in Earth Science Teaching. Given annually, this award recognizes one classroom teacher from kindergarten to eighth grade for his or her leadership and innovation in earth science education.

The winner will receive a $2,500 prize and an additional grant of $1,000 to enable the recipient to attend an AGI member society conference. To be eligible for this year’s competition, applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2008.

This award is named in honor of Dr. Edward C. Roy, Jr., who was a strong and dedicated supporter of earth science education. He served as Past President of AGI, chaired the AGI Education Advisory Committee, and received both the Ian Campbell Medal and the Heroy Distinguished Service award. In addition, he served as the Gertrude and Walter Pyron Distinguished Professor of Geology at Trinity University, as Dean of the Division of Sciences, Mathematics, and Engineering, and as Vice President for Academic Affairs. Roy was also appointed Chair of the Texas Earth Science Task Force by the Commissioner of the Texas Education Agency.

To learn more about competition requirements, application procedures, and deadlines, visit http://www.agiweb.org/education/awards/ed-roy/.

The American Geological Institute is a nonprofit federation of 44 geoscientific and professional associations that represents more than 120,000 geologists, geophysicists and other earth scientists. Founded in 1948, AGI provides information services to geoscientists, serves as a voice of shared interests in the profession, plays a major role in strengthening geoscience education, and strives to increase public awareness of the vital role the geosciences play in society’s use of resources, resiliency to natural hazards, and interaction with the environment.

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Call for Nominations

Thursday, January 3rd, 2008

AGI is seeking quality candidates for American Geological Institute 2008 officer positions and awards. Your nominations should be received by February 1, 2008, in order to be reviewed by the AGI Nominating Committee making recommendations for the 2008 officers and awards. Specifically AGI is seeking nominations for the following Executive Committee positions and awards:

AGI Executive Committee Positions

  • President Elect
  • AGI Secretary
  • AGI Member at Large

AGI Awards

  • Marcus Milling Legendary Geoscientist Medal
  • Medal in Memory of Ian Campbell
  • Outstanding Contribution to the Public Understanding of the Geosciences

AGI’s Nominating Committee recommendations will be presented for consideration to the AGI Member Society Council at the April 21, 2008, meeting in San Antonio, Texas.

To learn more about the AGI awards, go to http://www.agiweb.org/direct/awards.html.

Visit http://www.agiweb.org/members/Call08web.pdf to fill out the candidate nomination forms. Please complete and return your nomination forms to AGI headquarters by February 1, 2008. If you have more than one candidate for a position or award, simply photocopy additional nomination forms. In addition to the nomination form, please also include a brief biography that outlines the qualifications and experience of your candidate(s). Up to three letters of support may be sent for each nominee and, if provided, will be included in the package sent to the 2008 Nominating Committee.

AGI needs your participation in this process to identify the most appropriate candidates. If you have any questions, please contact Leigh Sutherland at AGI (voice: 703-379-2480 ext. 203 or email: ls@agiweb.org). Your assistance in submitting candidates for officer positions and awards is appreciated!

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