Revised 1/01, 5/05

BYLAWS AND REGULATIONS:
The Awards Committee shall be composed of one member from each active chapter as prescribed in these ASCLS-PA Bylaws.  All members shall be appointed by the respective Chapter Presidents, the Chair of the committee being appointed by the ASCLS-PA President.  The term of office for the committee members and Chair shall be one year, with the possibility of being re-appointed for two additional terms.

DUTIES:
1. Be responsible for conducting the Awards Program of the Society.
2. Solicit and submit nominees for the various awards offered by the Society, being especially responsive to those members who reside in the ASCLS-PA Chapter in which they represent.
3. Work with the corresponding committee of ASCLS.
4. Send a report of committee activities to the ASCLS-PA President at least one month prior to the Board of Directors meeting.
5. Submit a list of nominees to the ASCLS-PA Board of Directors for the Corporate Recognition Award and Estolle Gross Award.
6. Submit a list of nominees to the Presidential officers for the Key to the Future Award.
7. Submit a list of nominees to the Dolbey sub-committee for the Edward P. Dolbey Award.
8. Maintain close contact with the Board Liaison.
9. Advise the President of unusual circumstances with regard to awards nominations, such as lack of nominations, so that appropriate measures can be initiated.
10. Advise the President of unique service contributions of members who may qualify for a special Board of Directors or Lifetime Achievement Award.  (Note:  This special recognition is to be given only when warranted and as voted upon by the Board of Directors.)
11. Purchase plaques, certificates, etc. for all Society awards.
12. Maintain a complete list of past award winners.