2008 NATIONAL EARTHQUAKE CONFERENCE
2008 NATIONAL AWARDS RECIPIENTS

Awards will be presented at the National Earthquake Conference
Awards in Excellence Luncheon
Thursday April 24, 2008

 WESTERN STATES SEISMIC POLICY COUNCIL HONORS
WALTER J. ARABASZ

WITH A 2008 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD IN EARTHQUAKE RISK REDUCTION

The Western States Seismic Policy Council is pleased to announce that Walter J. Arabasz has been awarded the 2008 WSSPC Lifetime Achievement Award in Earthquake Risk Reduction.  WSSPC created the Award to recognize outstanding leaders in earthquake risk reduction.  This person will have demonstrated throughout his or her career an extraordinary commitment, level of service, and contribution of the application of earthquake risk reduction to public policy.

Lifetime Achievement Award
Walter J. Arabasz
Press Release
Resume Summary

RECIPIENTS OF THE 2008 NATIONAL AWARDS IN EXCELLENCE

The 2008 National Earthquake Conference Awards in Excellence are given to persons, organizations, or agencies, that have contributed significantly to addressing earthquake risk reduction within the U.S. through their programs, products, or projects. Special emphasis will be placed on those who have demonstrated leadership as part of a collaborative effort in addressing earthquake hazards.

Granting of an award shall not be construed as an endorsement, either express or implied, by WSSPC or conference organizers.