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Academic Outreach: Student Chapters

Establishing environments where students can collaborate and learn about standards

In 2020, ASTM International launched its Student Chapter Program to connect ASTM committees with academic institutions. The program strives to cultivate intellectually and professionally rewarding environments where students can collaborate and learn the standards development process within ASTM International. This enriching experience not only aligns with the academic pursuits of students but also addresses their professional aspirations, helping to prepare them for successful careers in their respective disciplines, and understanding the importance of standards development.

Existing Chapters

CPU
Central Philippine University (Philippines)
FIT
Florida Institute of Technology (USA)
FIU
Florida International University (USA)
UCLAN
University of Central Lancashire (UK)
UTEC
University of Engineering and Technology in Lima (Peru)
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About Student Chapters

  • Direct connection among technical committees and members, university students and faculty
  • On-campus connections with ASTM International
  • Student chapter member exclusive awards: scholarship, grants, competitions
  • ASTM International student membership and additional student awards
  • Funding opportunities for meetings, events, travel, and research
  • Career development and networking
  • Exclusive Student Chapter Awards
  • Funding for new chapters; approved new chapters may receive startup grant
  • Annual Official Chapter Performance Incentive Award: To promote, reward, and support efforts, this three-tiered award is based on chapters attaining specified requirements, objectives, and goals as demonstrated by the chapter’s annual report.
  • Student Chapter Member Scholarship: Recognizes highly qualified university students for academic work and as a leader in the ASTM University Student Chapter program. Must be undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited university and current member of an Official ASTM Student Chapter.
  • Student Chapter Member Travel Grant: Funding for travel to ASTM committee meetings and events, given based on application.

  • New University Student Chapter Application Form
    • Chapter Faculty Advisor
    • Student Officers (President, Vice President, Secretary, Member Secretary (optional)
  • Minimum of 5 Student Members
  • Agreement to abide by the Bylaws for ASTM International University Student Chapter
  • Submit an Annual Report at the end of each Academic Year

Testimonials

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Bernie Cangrejo

Program Head, Central Philippine University

"As the pioneering packaging engineering program in Southeast Asia, the establishment of the ASTM Student Chapter at CPU fosters our vision to be a globally recognized institution of premier packaging education for producing quality packaging engineers committed to serving the country and the world."

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Mellissa Komninakis

Chapter President, Florida International University

"As the president of the ASTM student chapter at FIU, I am incredibly proud and excited about the opportunities this chapter brings to its members. Being involved in this chapter means being part of a dynamic community that bridges the gap between academia and the standards industry. As a Ph.D. engineering student and researcher, I am involved in standards on a daily basis, and I have even integrated ASTM standards into my dissertation. It’s an honor to lead a group of talented individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact on the world through standardization. We are excited to continue collaboration with ASTM, industry professionals, and fellow students to drive innovation, raise awareness about this initiative, and create positive change.”

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Bryan Torres

Chapter Treasurer, Florida International University

"I am truly grateful for the opportunity to be involved in the ASTM student chapter at FIU. Being a part of this chapter has opened my eyes to the importance that standards have in my research. It has been an incredible learning experience to observe the standards-development process through active participation in chapter meetings and ASTM committee meetings. This involvement has not only enriched my understanding of the standardization process but has also allowed me to network with professionals in the field. I am proud to be a member of the FIU chapter and look forward to contributing to the advancement of standards in the future.”

Questions

All questions about student chapters should be addressed to Travis Murdock at tmurdock@astm.org

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