8th Annual Poster Session
You are cordially invited to attend The College of Natural Sciences 8th Annual Poster Session
Abstracts due Friday April 6th 5pm
Floyd L. English Natural Sciences Scholarship Ceremony
College Advisory Board
The College of Natural Sciences Advisory Board consists of individuals who are respected for their accomplishments in the fields of science, mathematics, industry, government and education. Advisory board members provide advice to the College and faculty in order to enhance the quality, outreach and development of College programs. Members are appointed by the Dean of the College upon the recommendation of the Advisory Board Executive Committee. The Advisory Board is composed of the following individuals:
- The Dean of the College
- Twelve to 20 community members, alumni or friends of the College
- The Development Director of the College (ex-officio member)
- The Secretary to the Board
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Kirk Brown Kirk Brown teaches International Baccalaureate Biology and Biotechnology at Tracy High School in Tracy, California. He founded the Agricultural/Scientific Academy at Tracy High School, and has worked on science education projects with the California Department of Education, Lawrence While working with LLNL, Kirk worked with other teachers to develop the Biotechnology Education Program, Laser Science & Optics for the Classroom, Student Research Academy, Teacher Research Academy and most recently, the Biophotonics Research Academy. These programs focused on teacher or student development and training, with a strong focus on integrated instruction. Currently, Kirk is one of the lead instructors at the Edward Teller Education Center. Kirk has worked at the District level writing new K-12 goals, desired learning’s and benchmarks that integrate the National and State standards. He was on the Board of Directors for the Independent Citizen’s Committee for Children and on several other Biotechnology advisory boards. Kirk has been named teacher of the year and has won numerous awards including the Milken National Educator Award, California’s Outstanding Biology Teacher for 2003 by the National Association of Biology Teachers, Carlston Family Foundation Outstanding Teachers of America Award, and most recently, the DiNA Award for Public Service from BayBio. [top] |
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Susan Elrod, Chair Susan’s novel work on the enhancement of protein production using genetic techniques led to several patents. At Cal Poly, she has coauthored a Genetics textbook and involved her students in research, including the development of a DNA fingerprinting method for evaluating the fungal members of an environmental community, such as soil. Susan has established an extensive record of service, chairing and serving on committees from department to statewide levels. She has also served as associate chair of the Biological Sciences Department and as special assistant to the provost at Cal Poly and attended Harvard University’s Management Development Program. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking and other outdoor adventures. [top] |
Floyd L. English At the time he was honored as Distinguished Alumnus for the College of Natural Sciences in 1994, Floyd was President and CEO of Andrew Corporation, an international supplier of antennas and transmission lines to the telecommunications industry. Prior to joining Andrew Corp., he formed Darcom, Inc., a data telemetry company which merged with Farinon Corporation. Earlier, he was Director of Marketing for Collins Radio Co., acquired by Rockwell International. Floyd is the author of numerous technical publications. The annual Floyd L. English Natural Sciences Scholarship is one of the most prestigious awards on campus. In 11 years more than 100 students in our College have received this scholarship, many of whom have gone on to pursue advanced degrees or careers in math and science. [top] |
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Marshall L. Ginter Marshall L. Ginter is a professor at the Institute for Physical Science and Technology at the University of Maryland and an adjunct professor at the University of Illinois, Urbana. His current research focuses on electronic structures in atoms and small molecules and on high resolution spectroscopy. His academic career includes positions at Vanderbilt University, the University of Chicago, Physikalische Anstalt der Universität Basel, the University of Maryland, and the University of Illinois, Urbana. Marshall is the College’s 2000 Distinguished Alumnus and is a Fellow of both the American Physical Society and the Optical Society of America. He has served as a consultant for a number of institutions and agencies, including the E.O. Hulbert Center for Space Research, Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C. and the National Institute for Science and Technology in Gaithersburg, MD. Marshall is a published author, with articles in the Journal of Chemical Physics, Journal of the Optical Society of America, and many other journals. [top] |
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Stanley Hitomi Stan Hitomi is the district coordinator of math & science for the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. Stan has been involved in education for 30 years, with 24 years as a classroom teacher. He is the former executive director of the Edward Teller Education Center , UC Davis / Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, and also serves on the board of directors for the Center for the Future of Teaching and Learning (CFTL). In 1996 he was named Teacher of the Year by the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. Stan is also a Carnegie Scholar, a TeachEach Awardee by the Schwab Foundation, and currently serves as chair of the California Teacher Advisory Council and co-chair of the Task Force on Teaching & California's Future. [top] |
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Col. Douglas G. Jackson Doug began his career as a secondary science and math teacher in the Kingdom of Tonga where he was also a research assistant for the World Health Organization Project. Back in the United States, he joined the military after graduating from the CSU, Chico nursing program. He was a clinical coordinator and assistant professor at Uniform Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland, where he received the Dean’s Teaching Award. An elected Trustee of the Santa Paula (California) Union High School, Doug is the College’s 2005 Distinguished Alumnus and has received Meritorious Service and Achievement Medals from the United States Army. [top] |
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Margaret Kelly Most of Margaret’s career has been at Feather River Hospital where she is the chief clinical dietitian. She began her career in nutrition as the technician for the Food Science Lab at California State University, Chico. With the move to Feather River Hospital, Margaret progressed from diet technician to dietitian to director of nutritional services and finally to her current position. Margaret holds memberships with the American Dietetic Association, California Dietetic Association, Northern Area Dietetic Association, North Valley Dietetic Association, and the CSU, Chico Nutrition and Food Science Advisory Committee. In addition, Margaret is an American Cancer Society Relay for Life Team Leader. [top] |
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Kenneth E. Lange, DDS After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery, Ken returned to Chico to establish his practice. He has held many professional offices in dental associations and societies, including President of the Northern California Dental Society and President of the California Dental Association. In addition, he has held positions on the Butte County Health Planning Council, the Northern Region Health Systems Agency, and the Medical Quality Review Board. Ken is the 1996 Distinguished Alumnus for the College of Natural Sciences. Passionate about his community involvement and the recipient of numerous awards, Ken has held many leadership positions in the Greater Chico Chamber of Commerce, including the position of president during 1992–1993. Other community membership involvement includes Chico Community Foundation, Chico Economic Planning Corporation, Chico Lions Breakfast Club, Chico State Associates and Century Club, Chico Scholarship Association, Little League and Youth Soccer Coach, and Parent Teacher Associations in area schools. [top] |
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Marcia Moore Formerly chief of medicine at Enloe Hospital in Chico, Marcia serves as vice-chair of the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine at Enloe. In 2005, she received two honors: The American Heart Association’s Volunteer Physician of the Year and Beta Sigma Phi Sorority’s Community Woman of the Year. Having made great strides to increase awareness of women’s heart health, she also implemented the “Physician Heal Thy Self” program for doctors to evaluate the health of medical practitioners. Marcia has helped the general public through her many donations. She also serves on two other college boards: the Northern California Natural History Museum and the Biological Sciences Department Advisory Board. [top] |
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Glen Pearson, Chair Glen is a California Professional Geologist and a Certified Engineering Geologist. He retired in 2009 after 36 years with the State of California. His career started with a brief stint in the oil fields around Bakersfield with the California Division of Oil and Gas. In 1974 Glen began working for the California Department of Water Resources, Northern Region Office conducting and supervising geologic investigations for water and power development and ground water resource evaluation. It was at this time that he hired and supervised a number of Chico State student interns and graduates. After about 15 years of working as a field geologist, he moved into management and relatively quickly moved up the line and began managing not only Engineering Geologist, but also Engineers, Environmental Scientist, and Technicians. In 1998 Glen was asked to manage the Regional Office’s District’s North-of-the-Delta Off-stream Storage program. There he directs the field activities of engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, and land and water use scientists. In 2006 he was asked to be the Northern Region Office Chief, where he oversaw a staff of about 70 professionals conducting studies in the 13 Northern California counties. He was the first geologist to hold this level of office in the Department. During this time he also served on a strategic planning committee and other special studies work groups for DWR headquarters. After retirement, he continues to working part time on projects for DWR and recently started co-teaching the Environmental Monitoring class in the Geosciences Department at CSU,Chico. Glen Pearson, Chair Glen is a California Professional Geologist and a Certified Engineering Geologist. He retired in 2009 after 36 years with the State of California. His career started with a brief stint in the oil fields around Bakersfield with the California Division of Oil and Gas. In 1974 Glen began working for the California Department of Water Resources, Northern Region Office conducting and supervising geologic investigations for water and power development and ground water resource evaluation. It was at this time that he hired and supervised a number of Chico State student interns and graduates. After about 15 years of working as a field geologist, he moved into management and relatively quickly moved up the line and began managing not only Engineering Geologist, but also Engineers, Environmental Scientist, and Technicians. In 1998 Glen was asked to manage the Regional Office’s District’s North-of-the-Delta Off-stream Storage program. There he directs the field activities of engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, and land and water use scientists. In 2006 he was asked to be the Northern Region Office Chief, where he oversaw a staff of about 70 professionals conducting studies in the 13 Northern California counties. He was the first geologist to hold this level of office in the Department. During this time he also served on a strategic planning committee and other special studies work groups for DWR headquarters. After retirement, he continues to working part time on projects for DWR and recently started co-teaching the Environmental Monitoring class in the Geosciences Department at CSU,Chico. [top] |
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Antoinette Procopio Antoinette began her impressive career in aerospace as one of the first female engineers to perform integration and testing of communication satellites. She has served on 12 launch-site campaign teams performing final integration, inspection, and testing of satellites boosted by Delta, Atlas, Titan, Ariane, and Space Shuttle launch vehicles. Our 2004 Distinguished Alumna, Antoinette is responsible for leading various teams in the successful integration, assembly, and test of commercial and government satellite programs. She is a charter member of the CSU, Chico Department of Mathematics Advisory Board. [top] |
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Jane Rodgers Born in South Africa, Jane came to the United States in 1964. She has lived on the East Coast, Texas and the West Coast and feels very fortunate to have traveled many places around the world. Her most recent trip was to Indonesia in August 2004. Professionally, she has given presentations at conferences and says her best reward comes from the families she sees on home visits, where she helps children be healthy and grow. She has served as a commissioner with First Five Glenn County and she presents nutrition education for Butte/Glenn Options for Recovery, a program for foster parents caring for drug exposed children. [top] |
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Julia Sabin As Smucker Quality Beverages’ general manager, Julia and her team at two plants achieved significant improvements in the beverage division. Both plants exceeded expectations in controlling manufacturing efficiencies and costs, while offering exceptional customer service. Julia began her career with the R.W. Knudsen Family working in the Product Development Department. Later, as Quality Assurance Manager, she helped develop the internal organic certification program. She also was involved with a highly successful worker’s compensation accident prevention program, resulting in the Chico facility’s outstanding achievement of five years with no lost time accidents. [top] |
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Michael Strand Mike's Dallas, Texas-based company, Symon Communications, Inc., (symon.com) developed and marketed communication software for real-time reporting and employee communications applications for large corporate and government organizations. In addition to his positions of co-founder and member of the board of directors, he was primarily responsible for strategic development, technology alliances, and establishing the international expansion of the company. In 2001, Mike was named the College's Distinguished Alumnus and recently completed six years on the board of directors of CSU, Chico's Alumni Association. Following college and before entering the computer industry, Mike served three years in the U.S. Army as a Field Artillery and Air Defense officer. Prior to co-founding his company in 1984, Mike held major account sales positions at IBM's Large Systems Division and ITEL Computer and Rail Leasing Group. Mike retired from Symon in January 2006 after the sale of the company. [top] |
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Edward E. Tarver, III As the founder and CEO of Etaran Instruments, Inc., Edward Tarver has patented an ion mobility spectrometry instrument that is used in chemical detection and identification and has great implications for the military in the field of chemical warfare and counter terrorism. Ed is the College’s 2007 Distinguished Alumnus. He is also a mural artist and has designed school logos for San Jose State and De La Salle High School. He was a professor at Grambling State University and has served as president of the Faculty Advisory Council to the Board of Trustees/State Colleges, Louisiana, and as vice president of the Faculty Advisory Council to the Board of Regents/State Colleges, Louisiana. He is currently an Associate Professor of Analytical Chemistry at the University of the Virgin Islands in St. Thomas. [top] |
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Glen Toney A longtime community leader with extensive experience as a corporate executive, Glen is a frequent commentator on business and community issues through speeches, editorials, and articles. Prior to joining the corporate world, Glen served in high-level positions for school districts in Palo Alto, Ravenswood City, and Cupertino. At a national educational event, Glen introduced President Bill Clinton. He has served on numerous boards and is the recipient of numerous awards, including the 1995 Distinguished Alumnus for the College of Engineering, Computer Science and Technology at CSU, Chico, the Leadership in Action Award, and People Acting in Concert Together. [top] |
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Leon Warman Leon has more than 20 years' work experience on embedded space vehicle systems (The Hubble Space Telescope), geophysics applications, control systems, and electromagnetic analysis. Leon is the College's 2010 Distinguished Alumnus. He served as the chief architect for Philips North American Medical Systems and as a software systems designer and Senior Program Manager at Microsoft. He has presented at Microsoft U.S. TechEd conferences, as well as conferences in Europe and Asia. He recently wrote and published a book, "How To Be Found: Search Engine Optimization." He is currently the Principal at Amazon. [top] |
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• Consultant • Post Doctorate, Chemistry, Stanford Robert has worked in the pharmaceutical industry for more than 20 years. He began his career as a medicinal chemist at Syntex in Palo Alto, California, and later became part of the Roche Pharmaceuticals organization. Over that time, he has contributed to the discovery of several clinical candidates that are potential therapies for Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and HIV. He has published a number of papers in peer-reviewed journals and presented on his research at a variety of scientific and medical conferences. [top] |
