2008 IEEE Annual Election - Division V | 
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FOR IEEE DIVISION DELEGATE-ELECT/DIRECTOR-ELECT,
2009
DELEGATE/DIRECTOR,
2010-2011 - DIVISION V
(COMPUTER)
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Professor Gerald L. Engel is Leonhardt Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Connecticut. His doctorate is from Pennsylvania State University, and prior to Connecticut held teaching and research positions at Old Dominion University, Christopher Newport College, and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science. From 1991-95, he served as a program director in the CISE Directorate at the National Science Foundation, acting as deputy division director for Computer and Computation Research in 1994-95. His research interests have focused on computer science and engineering education, and social/ethical issues in the computing fields. He has been involved in the development of curricula in computer science and engineering going back to 1978. He was a co-editor of the 2001 curriculum volume in computer science. Engel served as CSAB President, a member of the Board of Directors of ABET, and currently is Vice President of the International Federation for Information Processing (IFIP). IEEE Activities – (SM’85-F’03) OFFICES: IEEE Board of Directors, 1994-95; Division V Director, 1994-95. COMMITTEES/BOARDS: Technical Activities Board (TAB), Member, 1994-95, 2000-01, 2005, 2007-08; IEEE-USA Board of Directors, Member, 1995; Ethics Committee, Member, 1995-97, 1999-2001; Chair, 1995-96; Employee Benefits Committee, Member, 2004; Meetings Committee, Member, 1994-95, 2005, 2007-08; Chair, 2007-08; Facilities Committee, Member, 1997-99; Publication Services and Products Board (PSPB), Member, 2006-08; Fellow Committee, Member, 2008. REGION: Region 1, Constitution and Bylaws Committee, Chair and Parliamentarian, 1998-99. SOCIETIES: Society on Social Implications of Technology, President, 2000-01; Computer Society, President, 2005; Conferences and Tutorials, Vice President, 2001-02; Education Board, Vice President, 1988-89, 1993; Computer Society, Areas, Vice President, 1990. CONFERENCES: Frontiers in Education Conference, Program Co-Chair, 1997; Frontiers in Education, Steering Committee Chair, 1999-2000; IEEE International Symposium on Technology and Society, Conference Chair, 2001. REPRESENTATIVES: Computing Sciences Accreditation Board (CSAB), Computer Society Representative, 1986-93, 2000-03; International Federation for Information Processing (IFIP), Computer Society Representative, 2003-08. AWARDS: Education Society Meritorious Service Award, 1999; IEEE Third Millennium Medal, 2000; Computer Society Richard Merwin Award, 2000; IEEE EAB Meritorious Achievement Award in Accreditation Activities, 2003. IEEE Accomplishments – My IEEE work has involved achieving consensus, both internal and external to IEEE on matters of mutual concern. As such my accomplishments are normally group accomplishments rather than individual. A representative list of these follows: Education
Accreditation
Ethics
Admission and Advancement
Conferences
TAB/Societies
Statement – As indicated in my IEEE Experience, I am a consensus builder who works to see that the strengths of all appropriate groups do more than can be done alone. In my career I have worked with other societies, both internal and external to IEEE, government based organizations, the industry, and NGOs. Additionally I have worked with most of the major units within the both Computer Society and IEEE. The Computer Society and IEEE face an uncertain future with significant changes in the business model which has served well in the past. As we address ways we will handle these changes we must never forget that we are a member organization, and service to our members is primary. My background, experience, both academic and non-academic, as well as my experience in all levels of the Computer Society and IEEE equip me to address these changes in ways to be of benefit to all. Thank you for considering my candidacy. Regardless of your decision, please vote. Your participation is important to all of us. |
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Douglas
W. Hood Professor Dr. Rangachar Kasturi is the Douglas W. Hood Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of South Florida. Kasturi began his professional career as an engineer in the electrical power industry in 1968. He then served as a communications engineer in the electronics industry (1969-1978). After receiving his PhD from Texas Tech University in 1982, he served as a professor at Pennsylvania State University until 2003. His professional interest is in the application of computer vision and pattern recognition technologies to engineer products which enhance the quality of life. He has been a strong supporter of close interaction between academia and industry. He is a co-author of the popular textbook, Machine Vision (McGraw-Hill, 1995). Kasturi was president of the International Association for Pattern Recognition (IAPR) during 2002-04. He served as a Fulbright Scholar in 1999. He is a Fellow of both the IEEE and the IAPR. IEEE Activities – (S’82-M’82-SM’88-F’96) COMMITTEES/BOARDS: Technical Activities Board (TAB), Member, 2008; TAB Periodicals Committee, Member, 2003-05; IEEE Executive Director Search Committee, Member, 2008; Publication Services and Products Board (PSPB), Member, 2001-03. SOCIETY: Computer Society, President, 2008; President-Elect, 2007; First Vice President for Conferences and Tutorials, 2006; Publications, Vice President, 2001-03; Treasurer, 2004-05; Executive Committee, Chair, 2008; Member, 2001-08; Board of Governors (BoG), Chair, 2008; Member, 2001-08; Constitution and Bylaws Committee, Co-Chair, 2006; Fellow Evaluation Committee, Member, 1999-2001, 2003-05; Finance Committee, Chair, 2004-05; Nominations Committee, Member, 2007; Personnel and Compensation Committee, Member, 2006-08; Planning Committee, Chair, 2007; Member, 2003-07; Publications Board, Member, 2000; IEEE Transactions on PAMI, Editor-in-Chief, 1995-98; Associate Editor, 1991-94; Distinguished Visitor Program, Member, 1987-89. REPRESENTATIVE: IEEE Biometrics Council, AdCom Member, 2008. IEEE Accomplishments – Directed IEEE Computer Society Transformation Planning: As the chair of the Planning Committee, Kasturi led the Society through significant changes in staff and volunteer structures. This included consolidation of two program boards into one for improved efficiency and better customer service and development of new products and services. These changes are poised to help the Society to emerge from current deficit budgets by 2010. Initiated Significant Improvement in Submission to Publication Time of Articles: As the Vice President of Publications, Kasturi, launched the so called 9-90 Initiative in which processing of 90% of papers submitted for review would be completed within 9 months for all Computer Society journals. This initiative has led to rapid posting of accepted articles online and substantial improvement in author and reader satisfaction. Helping to Develop and Launch Career Development Products for Practicing Professionals: As President of IEEE Computer Society, it has been Kasturi’s focus to support development and launching of products that help practicing professionals in industry. This year IEEE-CS will be launching a credentialing product for entry level software professionals called Certified Software Development Associate and a Technology Summit to bring together leaders and practitioners together to learn about advances affecting high-technology business. Statement – Thank you for being an IEEE member and for your participation in the elections. As the president of the IEEE Computer Society it has been my pleasure to implement many of the suggestions I have received from our members to enhance the value of membership and to continue as the leading provider of technical information. One of the most significant services we are introducing world-wide this year is the entry-level certification examination and training for software professionals. During my tenure as vice president for publications, we significantly reduced the time between submission and publication and initiated the process of rapidly posting accepted articles in the digital library. Our future depends on our ability to be innovative and to enhance those products and services that help our members professionally. If elected as your director, I will work with staff and volunteers to make IEEE a stronger and more agile organization that better represents our members’ views to the public. Your suggestions are, of course, always welcome. I very much appreciate your support in this endeavor. |
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Professor
Emeritus Early in my career I acquired an interest in the history of computing. In 1969 I joined the Department of Mathematics, University of Calgary, and later became Professor of Computer Science there. I have participated in the publishing of 11 books, 93 articles, 58 technical reviews and 74 invited lectures and created 9 different radio, television, and museum productions. I have worked at several different universities, as a curator at the Smithsonian, and as Head Curator at the Computer History Museum in Silicon Valley. In 2005, the University of Glasgow, Scotland, awarded me an honorary Doctor of Science degree for my contributions to computer science, particularly the history of computing. My continuing interest in the IEEE has had me serving that organization in many different capacities, the latest being as 2007 President of the IEEE Computer Society. IEEE Activities – (M’04-SM’05) COMMITTEES/BOARDS: Technical Activities Board (TAB), 2007; Member and Geographic Activities Board (MGAB), Member, 2008; TAB Agenda Supporting Documents AdHoc Committee, Member, 2008; DC Facilities AdHoc Committee, Member, 2008; IEEE History Committee, Chair, 1994-95; Member, 1994-96; Employee Benefits Committee, Member, 2006-07; IEEE Publications Products and Services Board (PSPB), Member, 2004-05; TAB Publications Committee, Member, 2004-05; TAB/PSPB Joint Committee, Member, 2004. SOCIETY: Computer Society, President, 2007; President-Elect, 2006; Vice President of Publications, 2004-07; First Vice President of the Computer Society, 2004; Board of Governors, 2003-05; IEEE Annals of the History of Computing, Editor-in-Chief, 1996-99; Assistant Editor-in-Chief, 1987-95; Computer Society Publications Board, 2004-05; Computer Society Press, Editor-in-Chief, 2001-04; Society Magazine Editor, 1998-99; Member, 1999; Central & Eastern European Initiatives Committee, Member, 2000. REPRESENTATIVES: PSPB, Computer Society Representative, 2004-05; PSPB Strategic Planning Committee, Computer Society Representative, 2004; PSPB Finance Committee, Computer Society Representative, 2004; PSPB Strategic Planning Committee, 2004; TAB/PSPB Products & Services Committee, Computer Society Corresponding Member, 2004; TAB Periodicals Package Committee, Circuits and Systems Society Corresponding Member, 2003-04; TAB Periodicals Package Committee, Computer Society Corresponding Member, 2004. IEEE Accomplishments – Nobody accomplishes anything without the dedicated help of other volunteers and staff. With that proviso, I am proud of my accomplishments, some of which are: As Editor-in-Chief of the IEEE Annals of the History of Computing, I inherited a journal that was in danger of collapse. A lot of hard work resulted in its revival and, after my term of office, it was healthy and growing. My association with the Employee Benefits Committee resulted in an influential change to the entire IEEE staff when I managed to get modifications made to the new pension scheme. This resulted in many of the staff getting a fairer deal than had been first proposed. Staff are a valuable resource and I am glad that my efforts helped bring positive changes. As Computer Society VP of publications I introduced new ways of working and later managed to begin the revitalization of their moribund book publishing program into its modern form. As President of the Computer Society I inherited a multi-million dollar deficit budget. I led the volunteer effort that resulted in my Presidential year having a small, but significant, surplus. There are others that I am proud of, but space limitations prevent their listing. Statement – The IEEE is in a period of transition. Several new concepts, such as the proposed reform of the membership model, will result in an organization that will look very different in a few years time. It is one of the most successful and respected professional societies, and we must ensure that continues while still changing to meet current situations. Any organization as big as the IEEE has a difficult time accepting and implementing change - it has to be guided carefully with numerous small nudges in the right direction. We should not be afraid of change, but neither should we simply adopt a current fad. As you can see from the accompanying list of a few of my accomplishments, I am not afraid of hard work, accept and champion change when needed, have a sense of fair play when it comes to changes involving either staff or volunteers, and have several times managed to turn desperate situations around. I hope to continue this sequence of accomplishments as your Division V Delegate/Director. |
