***Here’s the latest***
-Phone Cards for Wounded Warriors
-Chapter 79 Holiday Party

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Welcome to the Central Pennsylvania Chapter of ASIS International, a society devoted to promoting the security profession worldwide.  For more information about ASIS International, please visit the ASIS International website at www.asisonline.org.

We are located in the South Central region of Pennsylvania, near the state capitol of Harrisburg.  Our Chapter area includes Harrisburg, Lancaster, Lebanon, York and Carlisle, PA.  Monthly chapter breakfast meetings are usually held on the third Thursday of each month at 8:00 AM. The meetings are held in the Harrisburg/Camp Hill/Hershey area. Please see the calendar section for details of upcoming meetings.

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Please scroll down for the latest news and information for ASIS International Chapter #79 members.

 

Chapter 79 Annual Holiday Party

Where
Christmas Candylane at Hersheypark, Coaster Cafe
This is a change from previous years; access to the new location is by using the Employee/Service entrance off of Hersheypark Drive. Look for a large white sign between the stadium and Turkey Hill. Proceed to the security checkpoint and give your name and event to the officer on duty to avoid the parking fee.

When
December 18, 2009, 5:30 to 9:30 PM
Dinner will be from 6:00 to 7:00 PM.
Hot and cold beverages will be avilable until 9:00 PM.

Who
This is an event for chapter members and immediate family.

Cost
Adults (age 15 and older) – $20.00
Children ages 4 to 14 – $10.00
Children ages 3 and under – free
Family rate (includes 2 adults and all children) – $70

The price includes parking in manager’s lot, Christmas Candylane admission and rides, and dinner.

A table will be set up in the Coaster Cafe for payment. Cash or check only. Please RSVP to Tim Shellenberger at 717-534-3369 or tshellen@hersheypa.com no later than Monday, December 14, 2009.

Menu
Marinated London Broil
Cheese Lasagna
Garden Salad
Roasted Red Skin Potatoes
Corn
Rolls with Butter
Assorted Desserts
Hot and Cold Beverages

This is always a magical time at Hersheypark, with more than 2 million twinkling lights and festive decorations. Come into the warmth of the Coaster Cafe and enjoy the company of your colleagues while you eat and socialize. Take strolls through Candylane and get into the Christmas spirit. More than 35 rides will be open!

This is a come and go as you please event with no specific agenda other than to have a good time with family and friends. There will be gift bags for children and door prizes for adults. Hope to see you there.

 

Sony Expo Invitation

Communication Systems Inc.  is hosting a Sony Security Expo on November 18, 2009,  at their facility in Allentown, PA. It will feature the same solutions and products that Sony demonstrated at ASIS in Anaheim.

This is Sony’s ASIS page. 

Sony reps and engineers will be on site during the event.

Read the invitation here, and RSVP to Emily Schenkel at ESchenkel@comsysinc.com.

 

Your Input Needed for Seminar Topics

ASIS International’s NYC Chapter would like your input on seminar topics for SECURITY 2010.

 

Phone Cards for Wounded Soldiers

Help Wounded Warriors Stay in Touch with Loved Ones This Holiday Season

(Camp Hill, PA) – The ASIS Central PA Chapter is teaming up with Rite-Aid and other sponsors to raise funds to purchase long distance calling cards for wounded or disabled veterans currently receiving treatment at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center located in Washington, D.C. The hospital provides many services for soldiers but one expense not covered are long distance phone calls. Kevin Doss and Michael Nagurny of the Central Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) began the effort to help soldiers stay in touch with loved ones in 2007 and have since delivered over $8,000 worth of phone cards to recovering troops.

“We are thrilled to announce that for 2009 our local program has been adopted by ASIS on a nationwide level,” says Nagurny. “This will allow ASIS members across the USA to assist wounded soldiers, sailors, and Marines far beyond Walter Reed AMC.” 100% of the proceeds go toward purchasing calling cards and/or fulfilling other needs expressed by recovering soldiers. Delivery of the phone cards are slated for the beginning of December, but donations will be accepted throughout the holiday season to ensure as many service men and women are able to keep in touch with loved ones.

If you’re interesting in making a donation, please send pre-paid phone cards or checks payable to the ASIS Central PA Chapter to:

ASIS Central PA Chapter
PO Box 1591
Camp Hill, PA 17001

Or you can make your donation right now with a credit card or through your PayPal account. (You do not need to have a PayPal account to use this link to donate.)

Thank you for supporting this worthy cause.

 

ASIS 2009 Student Writing Competition

The ASIS International Student Writing Competition rewards students who conduct research, engage in thoughtful deliberation, and write an academic paper between 3,000 and 6,000 words on an issue relevant to the security and assets protection profession.

Read more…

 

Training at Harrisburg University

Register now for:
Integrating Emerging Technologies with IT Security and IT Governance GRADUATE INSTITUTE FOR EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS 

Institute begins Oct. 19 

On-site dates: Nov. 5, 6, 7, Dec. 4, 5

a blend of online & on-site sessions

●   Discover new approaches for implementing emerging technologies

●   Explore best practices for managing the impact on IT security and governance
●   Gain experience with decision support tools

This graduate institute shows technology and business leaders how to conduct high-level analyses of the impact of new technologies, presents practical solutions for integrating the latest trends, and emphasizes important management implications rather than deep technical details.   Read more…

Save money by registering before Sept 28!

For more information, go to www.HarrisburgU.edu/GraduateInstitutes,

email GraduateInstitutes@HarrisburgU.edu, or call 717.901.5101

 

ASIS International Membership – now’s the time

There is no better time to take a test-drive of an ASIS Membership.

Right now, you can join ASIS International for half price and experience the full benefits of membership through December 31, 2009. But you must act before September 30.

For only $75 plus a one-time processing fee of $20, you will have immediate access to all the benefits of membership, including:

• The best networking in the security industry
• Highly regarded professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive education programs, including the Annual Seminar and Exhibits, at member savings
• Timely security information and valuable resources

Read more.

 

DHS active shooter response information available

DHS active shooter response information (posters, booklets and pocket guides) are available by request. The information will only be sent to authorized law enforcement and security personnel. Interested ASIS members should contact Steve White with the US Department of Homeland Security at Stephen.P.White@dhs.gov.

 

Power Point presentation

Review Carol Oliver’s presentation from the June meeting here.