As we slowly return to some sense of pre-pandemic normalcy while adjusting to the “new normal”, I hope that the transition is smooth for everyone. At ACS we have seen this transition in meeting format. Last Spring, we were completely virtual, while the Fall meeting in Atlanta and the upcoming meeting in San Diego were/are hybrid meetings. Hopefully the increased opportunities to connect with each other will help as we also try to deal with the many challenges in the world around us.

I would like to congratulate the newly elected DivCHED officers: Kimberly (Linenberger) Cortes (Chair-Elect), Laura Anna (Councilor), Sally MItchell (Alternate Councilor), and Stephanie Ryan (Alternate Councilor). Special thanks to all candidates who agreed to run. The strength of our Division rests on the volunteer efforts of our members. We are always looking to increase the diversity of our officers; however, we understand that it can be overwhelming to step right into an officer position. We encourage members who would like to get more involved in the Division to volunteer to serve on a standing committee. This can be done here. You can also contact members of the Committee on Personnel and Nominations to nominate yourself or a colleague. We encourage members to attend a committee meeting to learn more about a committee that you might be interested in joining.

As always, if there is anything that I (or we as a Division) can do to improve your experience in the Division, please let me know (daniel.king@drexel.edu). I’m hoping that I will get a chance to see some of you in San Diego. If not, maybe I’ll see you at BCCE or Fall ACS later this year.