June 25, 2019

Contact:
Heather Thorstensen
Manager of Communications
Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society
hthorstensen@sigmaxi.org or 800-243-6534 ext 216

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. ― Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society’s magazine American Scientist  has once again ranked among the top publications from nonprofit associations, and it's gained recognition for the first time for its blog.

The Society’s magazine received three awards on June 24 at Association Media & Publishing’s (AM&P) 39th Annual EXCEL Awards Gala in Washington, DC. The EXCEL Awards recognize excellence and leadership in nonprofit association media, publishing, marketing, and communications. Awards are presented in gold, silver, and bronze tiers. American Scientist won two awards in the gold tier and one silver this year.

Blog-Blog Post (Single Post)

Gold Award

An "Invisible Gorilla" in The Lab, by Kristen Koopman
Editing by American Scientist  digital features editor Katie Burke
Selective inattention to women’s experiences in STEM leads to a chilly workplace climate for women, who pick up on even the subtlest cues.

Journals-Feature Article 

Gold Award

America’s Cat Is on the Comeback, by Michelle LaRue, November–December 2018 issue
Editing by American Scientist  digital features editor Katie Burke
Layout by American Scientist  art director Barbara Aulicino
Mountain lions were extirpated in the eastern and midwestern United States after Europeans settled those areas, but now they are returning. Where will they go?

Journals–Cover Design

Silver Award

November–December 2018 Issue 
Cover illustration by Eric Chow 
Produced by American Scientist  art director Barbara Aulicino 

Sigma Xi has published American Scientist  since 1913. The bi-monthly publication showcases articles written by the world’s leading researchers, who share descriptions of their work and their perspectives on today’s leading issues in science and technology. With a combination of clear writing and editing, beautiful photography, and innovative graphics, American Scientist  contributes toward Sigma Xi's mission to "promote the public's understanding of science for the purpose of improving the human condition.”

AM&P has recognized American Scientist  and Sigma Xi with EXCEL Awards for multiple years. A full list of 2019 winners is available on AM&P’s website. 

Top photo: 
American Scientist’s digital features editor Katie Burke attended the EXCEL Awards Gala in Washington, DC, on June 24 to accept the magazine’s three awards.