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The ESD Association newsletter, published for everyone with an interest in the understanding and control of electrostatic discharge. Volume 27, No. 6 November/December 2011 In this issue THRESHOLD TM Reminders IEW Call for Presentations Abstract Submission Deadline - November 13, 2011 2012 Symposium Call for Pa- pers • Student Call for Papers Abstract Submission Deadline - January 13, 2012 Numerous individuals contribute to the success of the industry, organization, and events. For those who go above and beyond, the ESD Association annually recog- nizes individuals who have made a lasting impact on the Association or on the ESD industry. These awards are presented at the annual EOS/ESD Symposium. Outstanding Contributions Award: Steve Gerken (left) presented by John Kinnear (right) The Outstanding Contributions Award is the ESD Association’s most prestigious award. It is awarded to an individual who has made a major contribution to either the development or the operation of the ESD Association or has had a significant impact in the field of EOS/ESD. Industry Pioneer Award: Don Yenni (left) presented by Dave Swenson (right) The ESD Association Industry Pioneer Award is presented to an individual whose contribu- tions, vision and service helped to form, or significantly change, the industry. Founders Award: Burt Unger accepted by Terry Welsher (left) on behalf of Burt Unger presented by Tim Maloney (right) The Founders Award is presented to a Mem- ber or former member of the ESD Association who was involved in the formation and growth of the ESDAssociation or the EOS/ESD Sym- posium. The Founders award is presented at the Annual General Meeting. David Barber Memorial Award: Tim Maloney (right) presented by Gianluca Boselli (left) The David Barber Sr. Memorial Award is presented to an individual who has made a significant contribution to the development, organization, management and growth of the EOS/ESD Symposium. The candidate for this award is chosen by the Sympo- sium Business Unit Manager and current General Chair, and is presented at the annual volunteer recognition event. Awarding Excellence! Continued on page 2 2011 Awards, pages 1-3 From the President, page 4 Annual Report, page 5 2012 Officers, page 5 Do You Know, page 5 ESDAGrant Winners, page 6 Orangewood Children’s Foundation Donation, page 6 Volunteer Spotlight, page 7 “Snapshots” from Symposium, page 8 Standards Update, pages 9-11 Standards Working Groups, page 12 Local Sparks, page 13 On-Campus, page 14 Q&A, page 15 Education, pages 15-17 Calendar, page 18 Photo Corner, page 19