The Puerto Rico Section of the American Chemical Society maintains a membership of over 1,300 members. It is essential to keep active and functional such a large and diverse local section composed of more than 15 student chapters around the island. Two years ago, the membership committee designed a strategic plan to address and achieve convergences between the mission, the vision and strategies of ACS with our culture. Our efforts have resulted in the increase participation of our members in activities, including the strong liaisons between chapter leaders involved with the Board, enhancement of the participation and interactions of professors and students in the activities of our local section. One of the most effective tools within the plan has been the enhancement of communication by contacting directly the needs of the members of our section by identifying solutions to each of the concerns and issues presented to the committee membership and staff of the board. Our membership is driven by the integration of our members in social, educational, professional and community causes, hence becoming excellent ambassadors of chemistry to our island and the world. We are proud to be part of a sustainable alternative to promote chemistry.

Fostering a sustainable and active membership in the Puerto Rico Section

253rd National Meeting (2017)

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