Florida Institute of Technology - Ad Astra Yearbook (Melbourne, FL)

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vif vi re scene — The F.I.T. student affiliate chapter of the American Chemical Society is part of a national organization of scientists and engineers with an interest in chemistry. The chemistry program is fairly new to F.I.T. and so is the student affiliate chapter of ACS. ACS came to F.I.T. in the fall of 1979 and has managed to continue uninterrupt- ed in spite of the numerous other clubs that have emerged with overlapping interests. It has always been the objective of this organization to instill a professional spirit among its members and to maintain professional pride in chem istry. It has done so through the use of films, tours, guest speakers, and any- V Cr Mn Fe Co Ni ‘CuZn GaGe Tt) “o% e rN sy thing else that would show members what chemistry means in todays world and how it is interwoven with every aspect of our modern society. ACS also engages in activities to inform others of the magic of chemistry, through such activities as sponsoring speakers and exhib- its during Science and Engineering Week and the sale of chemical publications and other articles at reduced cost. ACS has services to help its members in preparing and presenting technical material before chemical audiances, in obtaining information on approved graduate schools, and in finding both summer and permenent employment. Members: John Mertz, Gina OLiverio, Peter Nyler, Alli- son Farone, Jeff Heggen, Joseph Czagas. AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY —

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“The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics is a national organization for the advancement of the arts, sciences, and technology of aeronautics, astronautics, and hydronautics.” It encompasses people in all fields of sci- ence, engineering, and aviation. AIAA began in 1963 through the merger of two organiza- tions: The Institute of Aeronautical Sciences and The American Interplanetary Society. It has since then grown to be one of the largest and most prestigious national organizations. F.I.T.’s local student chapter contains engineering, sci- ence (biology, psychology, space science, oceanography, chemistry, computers), flight, and management majors. Each member gains experience in working with people in different fields of study. He she also has the opportunity to become aquainted with the members of the Cape Ca- naveral Senior Chapter of AIAA, which contains people working in industry, i.e., scientists and engineers from Harris, Martin Marietta, Rockwell International, NASA, United Space Boosters, ... Each member has a chance to meet and talk with these people at monthly dinner meet- ings. This is an excellent opportunity for graduating sen- iors to become aquainted with “potential employers.” A.I.A.A. As for projects, F.I.T.’s student chapter is best known for the “hot air balloon”, which is traditionally launched during science and engineering week and parents week. The largest project, however, that is headed by AIAA, is the construction of the research center located at F.I.T.’s observatory. This facility will enable students and profes- sors to conduct research in astronomy, photography, computers, and electronics. A special characteristis of the local student chapter is that members traditionally view the shuttle launches from within KSC. All members have the opportunity to attend these memorable events.

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The F.I.T. Astronomy Society is an inter-disciplinary organiza- tion geared toward achieving the maximum utilization of the F | F facilities of the F.I.T. Observatory, as well as the promotion of roe’ M4 | Astronomy in general in Central Florida and the Space Coast. | The Society hosts open-house tours for Parents’ Day, Alumni A S : RO NOM y Day, and Orientation, as well as for special astronomical | events. It also regularly sponsors observing sessions and star | parties for its members. The Society actively participates in SOCIE Y | Space Sciences and Astronomy carried out using Observatory facilities, and is currently engaged in several design projects to increase the research potential of the Observatory. 63