National association elects JSU technology professor president of student division

Dr. Jessica L. Buck

Dr. Jessica L. Buck, associate professor in the Department of Technology in the College of Science, Engineering and Technology, was elected president of the Student Division for the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).

ATMAE sets national standards for academic program accreditation, personal certification and professional development for educators and industry professionals involved in integrating technology, leadership and design.

Overall, the Student Division promotes and fosters the development of undergraduate and graduate students to become premiere practitioners and leaders of the technological and global workforce. The division hosts annual competitions for students in robotics, technology bowl challenges and research. It also awards student chapters throughout the United States for service and leadership endeavors.

Buck has been active in the Student Division for several years and served as vice president from 2010-2012. As president she will serve a two-year term from 2012 to 2014. She will be installed into office during the annual ATMAE conference in November.