[Histonet] NYSHS Call For Nominations (NYSHS Members Only)

[Luis Chiriboga]

TO: All New York State Histotechnology Society Members

RE: Award nominations for 2004



The NYSHS Awards committee is asking for nominations from its membership for
this years awards cycle. In addition to recognition by the society,
recipients will also be awarded a small financial grant to further their
knowledge and education in the discipline of histotechnology. Applications
are due by April 1st 2004



1.Thermo Electron Student Scholarship Award:

Is awarded to a histology student or a histotech who wishes to attend a
professional meeting. This award is sponsored by thermo Electron inc. and
must be used to defray educational expenses.Please send us:

  1.. A letter from you, showing evidence of your commitment to continuing
education.
  2.. Two letters of recommendation from supervisor, pathologists, or
histotechnologist
  3.. Name and address of your current employer or school, and your current
address
2. Dominic Europa Award:

Awarded to a long standing NYSHS member (for use towards an educational
meeting) who serves as an inspiration to others in the field.  Candidate can
be a bench tech or a supervisor (preferably not in the limelight). Please
submit a nomination and recommendation letter, detailing the nominees
contributions .



3.Biogenex Excellence in Education Award:

Awarded to any member in good standing, to be used to fund an educational
endeavor.  This endeavor could be tuition for a class, educational materials
or payment for a meeting that is not funded by an employer.  To apply for
this award, please send a letter outlining how you would benefit
educationally from this award, and how it will help you to better serve the
profession.  This award is sponsored by Biogenex.



We encourage e-mail submission of applications and letters. Please submit
applications to:

Luis Chiriboga
NYSHS Awards Chairperson
318 East 15th Street
New York, NY 10003
or vial E-mail
Luis.chiriboga <@t> med.nyu.edu