The UNL Chapter of Sigma Xi, the scientific honorary society, has received a Certificate of Excellence from the national Sigma Xi organization at its annual meeting, held in Montreal, Quebec during 11-14 November 2004. The UNL chapter was one of only eight (out of the 516 chapters worldwide) to receive a Certificate of Excellence. It was cited for "outstanding chapter performance for the year ending June 30, 2004" as exhibited by its joint sponsorship of a graduate student research poster competition, with over 90 students presenting their research; its initiation of a new series of public lectures on science and science policy issues; and its program of research travel awards to graduate students who present their research at major scientific meetings.

Sigma Xi officers display Certificate of Excellence.
Left to right, front row: Kent M. Eskridge (President, 2002-2003); Anthony F. Starace (President, 2003-2004); James L.Van Etten (President, 2004-2005). Back row: Marion D. Ellis (Past Secretary); Merlin P. Lawson (President Elect); Z.B. Mayo (Chapter Counsellor); Shirley J. Sato (Membership Coordinator), Rosevelt L. Pardy (Treasurer). Not shown: P. Stephen Baenziger (Secretary).

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