AWS COUNSELOR APPLICATION GUIDELINES Nomination packages for AWS Counselor should clearly demonstrate the candidate’s outstanding contribution to the advancement of welding science and technology. In order for the Counselor Selection Committee to fairly assess the candidates qualifications, the nomination package must list and clearly describe the candidate’s specific accomplishments, how they contributed to the advancements of welding technology and that these contributions were sustained. Essential in demonstrating the candidate’s impact are the following: 1. Description of significant technical advancements. This should be a brief summary of the candidate’s most significant contributions to the advancement of welding science and technology 2. Publication of books, papers, articles or other significant works 3. Inventions and patents 4. Professional recognition including awards and honors from AWS, other professional organizations, industry or other recognized body 5. Meaningful participation in AWS committees, Sections or other AWS voluntary contributions 6. Contributions to handbooks and standards 7. Presentations made at technical sessions, including Section meetings 8. Consultancy in technical matters or welding industry business matters 9. Leadership in AWS or other corporate levels, particularly as it impacts the advancement of welding technology 10. Participation on organizing committees for technical programs 11. Advocacy in support of AWS through institutional, political or other means 12. Facilitating others to participate as a volunteer in the advancement of welding technology Note, packages for nominees that do not show participation in several of the activities above will have a low probability of success. SUPPORTING LETTERS Letters of support from individuals knowledgeable of the candidates and his/her contributions are encouraged. These letters should address the metrics listed above and provide personal insight into the contribution and stature of the candidate. Letters of support that simply endorse the candidate will have little impact on the selection process. SUBMISSION DEADLINE JULY 1, 2016
Welding Journal | March 2016
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