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Walter Young Scholarship Applications for 2016 are due April 1st!

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Time is running out….
The NY/NJ Metropolitan Section of ASQ has $4,000 scholarships available for 2016!!

Please visit the Scholarship Program & Application page for complete eligibility details and this year’s application form.

The deadline for application is April 1st, 2016 for any questions contact:  Susan Watson at Scholarship@metro-asq.org

Spouse Night Wine Tasting Event – The Science of Wine

Ever wonder how your favorite vintage gets that perfect taste? Learn how at an evening of informal conversation and wine education at the annual Spouse Night! The theme will be “The Science of Wine,” a wine tasting and cocktail reception. The focus will be on the technical aspects that contribute to the flavor profile of different varietals. The evening will include 5 – 6 wines to taste, cheese and other light appetizers, and instruction lead by one of Bottlerocket’s knowledgeable staff members.

When: Friday, February 5, 2016, 6pm – 8pm

Where: Bottlerocket Wine & Spirit, 5 West 19th Street, New York, NY 10011

Registration:

Third Annual ASQ Innovation Division Conference

INNOVATION AND QUALITY FOR THE 21ST CENTURY

The successful conversion of new knowledge into new products and processes that deliver new customer value in the marketplace

If you’re curious about the Quality-Innovation connection and haven’t yet had a chance to explore this exciting area, you won’t want to miss an opportunity coming in September. The ASQ Innovation Division is hosting its Third Annual Innovation Conference Friday, Sept. 18 through Sunday, Sept. 20, 2015 at the Holiday Inn University Area and Conference Center in Charlottesville, VA.
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2015 ASQ Metropolitan Legacy Award Presented to Dak Murthy

Photo Dak MurthyThe NY/NJ Metropolitan Section is pleased to announce the 2015 ASQ Metropolitan Legacy Award has been presented to Mr. Dak Murthy. Dak is a long time section member, past Section Chair and currently is serving as both a Volunteer-at-Large and as the Section’s Nomination Committee Chair. The the award was presented to Dak on Sunday, June 21st 2015.

ASQ Metropolitan Legacy Award is the highest ranking & most prestigious award for ASQ Metropolitan Section & is awarded annually.

2015 Walter Young Scholarship Winner Announced

Congratulations to Alex Wang the recipient of the 2015 Walter Young Scholarship!

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Brief Bio about Alex

After going to college to pursue software engineering, Alex discovered an interest in design and user experience. This summer, he is interning at GoDaddy, working on improving and standardizing the company’s UX across all products.

In his free time, he enjoys playing guitar, exercising, and watching shows.

Alex is interested in constantly improving user experience in every aspect of life, and consistent quality is one of the most important aspects of it.

He plans on using the scholarship to continue pursuing his education.