2010 - June 28
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General Announcements
ASCLD SYMPOSIUM 2010
An Event You Can’t Afford to Miss
The 38th Annual Symposium of the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors is just around the corner so now is the time to commit to participating in this year’s event. The workshops are scheduled and the program is being finalized.
So far, 2010 has been a year of significant contrasts. The economy is poor, so government budgets are tight but there is unprecedented attention on forensic science. Resources are limited but demand for the completion of more cases, of the highest quality, has never been greater. It is a time of significant challenges but also a time with numerous opportunities. Your job and responsibilities as a crime laboratory leader have never been more demanding or more complex. It is because of the complexity of your job and the extent of your responsibilities that you can’t afford to miss out on the opportunities ASCLD provides at its annual symposia. To help you navigate the complex world of forensic science, this year’s symposium offers:
Advocacy: ASCLD is taking a leadership role to influence the future of forensic science by becoming actively involved in state and federal legislation. By attending the symposium you will learn about Forensic Science on Capital Hill, including forensic science legislation and the activities of the NSTC Subcommittee on Forensic Science and the Interagency Working Groups.
Communication: By attending the symposium you can learn Communication Skills and Strategies for Professionals, interact with and learn from other forensic science leaders, and network with our profession’s stakeholders.
Collaboration: ASCLD cannot effectively work for you by working alone. By attending the symposium you will hear from our strategic partners and stakeholders and learn how we help ourselves by working collaboratively with others.
Executive Training: By attending the symposium you will improve your skills as a leader through presentations on laboratory best practices, improving efficiencies, accreditation issues, and dealing with looming challenges.
Strategic Planning: ASCLD is planning for the future. By attending the seminar you can participate in shaping the future direction of our profession by sharing your thoughts and ideas.
To register for this year’s symposium, go to www.ascld.org, it has never been easier.
I look forward to seeing you all in Baltimore in September. Greg Matheson
ASCLD President-Elect
Quick Links Below please find all of the forms and information you will need to register for this year's symposium in Baltimore. If you have any problems with the online registration, please contact Cindy at office@ascld.org or by phone at 919-773-2044. General Symposium and Workshop Registration Announcement and Workshop Schedule
BRIGGS WHITE NOMINATIONS DUE BY AUGUST 1, 2010
Nominations for the Briggs White Award are due by August 1.
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