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Young Members Group
The Young Members Group works to encourage and enable all young professional members to be actively involved in the efforts and endeavors of the Society at all levels (Professional Divisions, ANS Governance, Local Sections, etc.) as they transition from the role of a student to the role of a professional. It sponsors non-technical workshops and meetings that provide professional development and networking opportunities for young professionals, collaborates with other Divisions and Groups in developing technical and non-technical content for topical and national meetings, encourages its members to participate in the activities of the Groups and Divisions that are closely related to their professional interests as well as in their local sections, introduces young members to the rules and governance structure of the Society, and nominates young professionals for awards and leadership opportunities available to members.
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2024 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
November 17–21, 2024
Orlando, FL|Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
Standards Program
The Standards Committee is responsible for the development and maintenance of voluntary consensus standards that address the design, analysis, and operation of components, systems, and facilities related to the application of nuclear science and technology. Find out What’s New, check out the Standards Store, or Get Involved today!
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Remembering ANS President John Kelly
John Kelly, ANS past president (2018–19 ), passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 3, 2024, in Gilbert Ariz., at the age of 70. Kelly was born on March 9, 1954, and was the eldest of Jack and Aileen Kelly’s six children.
His career, which spanned more than 40 years, began at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, N.M., where he focused on safety and severe accident analysis. His leadership led him to Washington D.C., where he served as the deputy assistant secretary for nuclear reactor technologies at the U.S. Department of Energy. Kelly played a critical role in shaping nuclear policy and guiding the world through significant events, including the Fukushima Daiichi accident in Japan. At the end of his career, he was honored to serve as the American Nuclear Society’s president. In retirement, he was actively involved with ANS in technology events and mentoring the next generation of scientists.
Kelly is survived by his wife, Suzanne; his children Julie Kelly-Smith (Byron), John A. (Sarah), and Michael (Nicole); and grandchildren Kiri and Kyson Smith and John and Maximilian Kelly. His family was his pride and joy, including his cherished dog, Covie, who brought him happiness in recent years.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Nuclear Society or Detroit Catholic Central High School (27225 Wixom Road, Novi, MI 48374). Please designate Memorial and specify John Kelly ’72 Memorial Fund.
In honor of Kelly's commitment to ANS and to celebrate his life, his profile from the July 2018 issue of Nuclear News is published below.
Tuesday, August 10, 2021|5:00–7:00PM EDT
Banyan Ballroom
Don’t miss out on an exciting opportunity to network with exhibitors and win fantastic prizes by attending theVendor Raffle and Reception! To participate in the raffle, drop off your business card or have your badge scanned at the participating booths before 3:30 pm on Tuesday. Winners will be posted on large screens located in the exhibit hall foyer and at registration. Prizes must be claimed from the exhibitors’ booths before 7:00 pm. There will be an area set up for photographs of the winners and exhibitor reps in the exhibit hall foyer. A follow-up drawing is scheduled for 7:00 pm for any unclaimed vendor prizes. All registered attendees are invited.
We are glad you are here! Don’t miss out on an exciting opportunity to network and win fantastic prizes. To enter Passport to Prizes 2021, visit each booth listed in the Passport to Prizes booklet during exhibit hall hours. Get your passport stamped at each booth and fill in the correct answer to each trivia question. Passports can be marked from Sunday to 6:30 pm on Tuesday. Once you have completed your passport, place your booklet in the raffle drum located just inside the exhibit hall entrance by 6:30 pm on Tuesday, no exceptions. Before the Vendor Reception concludes at 7:00 pm, ANS will announce the 3 winners. You do not need to be present to win.
Grand Prize: Complimentary Full 2022 UWC Conference Registration, and three complimentary nights in the Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort Hotel
2nd Prize: Apple - 11-Inch iPad Pro
3nd Prize: Ring - Video Doorbell 3 Plus & Amazon - Echo Show 5” Smart Display with Alexa
