The Purpose of EPDC
The purpose of the The Education and Professional Development Council (EPDC) is to stimulate, promote, and improve education and professional development within the ceramic and glass community.
The Young Professionals Network (YPN), President’s Council of Student Advisors (PCSA), and Keramos continue to work closely with the EPDC to coordinate efforts and meet common goals.
ACerS Helps Advance Faculty Careers
For faculty working in ceramics and glass: ACerS can help you earn professional recognition, gain access to the latest technical information, and build the professional networks necessary for success.
Learn more below about how ACerS can help advance not only your career but also your students careers by visiting Resources for Faculty.
Join the Education and Professional Development Council (EPDC) as a member
If you have an interest in education or professional development initiatives, join us as a member of the EPDC. Additionally, EPDC members are eligible for special awards (see more information on awards below).
You may join this growing community by logging in to your ACerS Personal Snapshot and marking "EPDC" under the Interest Groups and Communities tab.
If you have any difficulties with this process, or have any additional questions please contact ACerS Customer Service at 1-866-721-3322 or 1-240-646-7054 (outside the U.S.).
ACerS Education and Professional Development Council (EPDC) Awards
Apply for one or more of the following EPDC awards by the annual deadline of March 1! Gain visibility and recognition while building your CV with ACerS.
- Karl Schwartzwalder-Professional Achievement in Ceramic Engineering (PACE) Award
- ACerS/EPDC: Arthur L. Friedberg Ceramic Engineering Tutorial and Lecture
- ACerS/EPDC: Greaves-Walker Lifetime Service Award
- Education and Professional Development Council: Outstanding Educator Award
ACerS offers even more awards! Chances are that you may qualify for additional awards. View the entire list of awards to see which apply to you.
EPDC Rules
Rules of The Education and Professional Development Council of the American Ceramic Society
