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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.
Meeting Spotlight
2025 ANS Annual Conference
June 15–18, 2025
Chicago, IL|Chicago Marriott Downtown
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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BREAKING NEWS: Trump issues executive orders to overhaul nuclear industry
The Trump administration issued four executive orders today aimed at boosting domestic nuclear deployment ahead of significant growth in projected energy demand in the coming decades.
During a live signing in the Oval Office, President Donald Trump called nuclear “a hot industry,” adding, “It’s a brilliant industry. [But] you’ve got to do it right. It’s become very safe and environmental.”
August 5–8, 2012
Nuclear - Still the One! The Right Business - The Right Results - The Right Way Forward
Hollywood, FL|Westin Diplomat
Pre-registration is closed; please register onsite. The 2012 Utility Working Conference will be held at The Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa, located at 3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, Florida, 33019. The special room rate for the meeting is $149.00 per night (single/double). To take advantage of this reduced rate, reservations must be made by July 12, 2012 - 5:00 PM (EST). Reservations can be made on their website at: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/ans2012 To register by phone for a guest room: 888-627-9057. Attendees must identify themselves as part of the American Nuclear Society to receive the Group rate.
General Chair:
Mike Skaggs (Sr. Vice President, Nuclear Construction, Tennessee Valley Authority)
Program Chair:
Ludwig E. Thibault (GM, Performance Improvement, Tennessee Valley Authority)
