Dear Colleague: Welcome! Thank you for joining the () . The has a cohesive sense of purpose--to foster and support the training of translators and interpreters and to provide a medium for cooperation between T&I professionals. As a member of ATA, I'm excited that you decided to take advantage of the benefits of being part of a division. One of the most important benefits is the opportunity you've given yourself to get involved. The is a forum () for your knowledgeable, informative insight and input. We encourage you to share your experience, expertise, and know-how by: * Offering articles to 's newsletter ; * Submitting articles to the ATA Chronicle in relation to the 's interest; * Submitting presentation proposals to the for the next ATA conference; * Running for office within the division; * Contributing your time to the creation and/or updating of your division's Website ; * Participating on a committee or subcommittee within the division; The is a product of its members, and with your help we hope to continue to grow and flourish! So, immerse yourself in this hands-on ATA experience that I believe you'll find rewarding both personally and professionally. Again, thank you for your interest in the . I look forward to working with you to make the the best it can be! Cordially, Administrator P.S. If you have any questions concerning your division membership benefits, please feel free to contact Chapter and Division Relations Manager, Jamie Padula, at ATA Headquarters. He can be reached at Jamie@atanet.org, or (703) 683-6100, ext. 3017.