The ACS PSS election for officers whose terms begin in 2026 was held last November. Thank you to all ACS members who voted.
Congratulations to the newly elected officers and re-elected ongoing officers whose terms began on the ACS PSS Executive Committee in January 2026. Hearty thanks to outgoing 2025 Chair Katalina Biondi, and a very appreciative welcome to Steven Emory, who assumes the role of 2026 ACS PSS Chair. We also give a special welcome to Chair-elect Sam Lohse (to become Chair in 2027) and incoming Treasurer Kerry Fowler. Lastly, we give heartfelt thanks to Sheri Tonn, outgoing Treasurer, for her years of dedication, service, and acumen in that role.
The fall 2026 election results are given below. For a full list of Executive Committee members, please visit the Executive Committee page.
Chair-elect (proceeds to Chair in 2027 and then Past-Chair for an overall three-year term): Sam Lohse, Ph.D., Central Washington University
Treasurer (Two-year term): Kerry Fowler, Ph.D.
Councilor Position Three (Three-year term): Craig Fryhle, Ph.D., Pacific Lutheran University
Alternate Councilor Position Three (Three-year term): Dean Waldow, Ph.D., Pacific Lutheran University
And welcome to Steven Emory, Ph.D. Western Washington University, who proceeds from Chair-elect to his term as Chair in 2026.
Thank you to all ACS members who participated in the fall election. Thanks again and welcome to all of the officers whose terms of service began in 2026!