The Organizational Structure of the Pacific Division of AAASThe AAAS-PD is an inclusive organization that depends largely on the volunteer efforts of its participants. AAAS-PD does not itself have official members or membership dues, instead the organization is supported by its annual meeting as well as funding, in part, provided by our parent organization, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Intellectually, the Pacific Division is organized around a series of disciplinary and issue oriented 'Sections" each headed by a Section Chair. These sections chairs are fundamentally responsible for the health and vitality of the organization. With respect to Management, The Executive Director, elected by the AAAS-PD council, is responsible for the day-to-day management of the organization as well as the structure of the AAASPD annual meeting. The Executive Director works closely with the Executive Committee consisting of the AAAS-PD officers including: The Past, Present, and Future Presidents and the Executive Director; and in addition 7 ad hoc members elected for 5 year terms. All members of the Executive Committee are elected by The AAAS-PD Council. The ultimate responsibility for setting policy for AAAS-PD rests with The AAAS-PD COUNCIL consisting of: all members of the Executive Committee; those Chairs of the Disciplinary Sections of AAAS-PD who have been elected to council; 6 ad hoc Council Members elected to 3 year terms, and representatives from organizations affiliated with the Pacific Division. In addition, AAAS-PD has several operating committees including: The Council Nominating Committee, An Educational Committee, A Presidential Nominating Committee, a Site Selection Committee, and a Student Awards Committee. Periodically, AAASPD also establishes Task Forces to address particular issues of structure, governance, or policy. As a largely volunteer organization, we encourage anyone who would like to participate. If you are interested in participating in the management or structure of AAASPD, please contact: aaaspd.director@gmail.com
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