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Shahna M. Richman Special Agent, FBI |
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Due to the profession of the speaker and the nature of the topic, cameras will NOT be allowed at this meeting.
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Abstract: Weapons of Mass Destruction (WSD) are of great concern to the FBI. Cases filed with the FBI regarding WSD, primarily those dealing with attempted procurement or threatened use of chemical, biological or nuclear materials, have steadily increased in recent years. Threatened release of biological agents has become the most prevalent component of this disturbing trend. These trends reinforce the US Government's need for comprehensive and coordinated preparedness, in order to properly address the threat of these weapons. In recent years, the FBI has formed several specialized units, in order to combat the continuing threat of terrorist use of chemical, biological and nuclear weapons, particularly the Hazardous Materials Response Unit (where Ms. Richman works) and accompanying investigative Terrorism units. Ms. Richman will be discussing WSDs and how the FBI is involved with these hazardous weapons.
Speaker: Ms. Richman is a Chicago native. She received her BA in Political Science from University of Hartford, CT and MS in Forensic Science from University of New Haven. In addition to her formal education, she continues her forensic and criminal investigation skills by taking specialized courses taught within the FBI. Before joining the FBI, she worked as a Police Officer and Detective in CT, joining the FBI in 1996.
At the FBI, Shana is part of two teams: the North Suburban Major Crimes Task Force, focusing on the forensic aspects of cases, and the FBI Hazardous Materials Response Team, where the team investigates all incidents where bio-hazardous chemicals are accidently or intentionally released. In addition, Ms. Richman finds time to teach a variety of forensic-related courses, within the FBI as well as locally at Harper Community College and University of Chicago.
Shana is a member of the American Academy of Forensic Scientists, the Association of Forensic Examiners and the Forensic Science Society, as well as the International Association of Forensic Identification and National Society of Forensic Examiners. Ms. Richman has participated in several research projects pertaining to forensics, which have resulted in a few published articles in forensics journals.
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Date: Friday, February 23, 2001
| Location: | Ann Sather's Restaurant 929 W. Belmont Chicago, IL (773)348-2378 |
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"The Role of the Section Office in the Life of the Chicago Section", presented by Jim Shoffner.
Cost:
$28.00 for members of ACS/ $30.00 for non-members Reservations: (847) 647-8405
or:
From the North or Northwest Side: Head Eastbound on either I-90 or I-94. Exit on Irving Park Road. Head east on Irving Park Road to Clark Street. Turn right (south) onto Clark Street and go one mile to Belmont. Turn right on Belmont and the restaurant is on the left at 929 Belmont.
From the Southside or the Loop: Take Lakeshore Drive north to Belmont. Exit and head left (west) about one mile to the restaurant at 929 Belmont.
Ann Sather Restaurant is located on Belmont just west of Clark and just east of Sheffield. It is within a half block of the Belmont elevated station.
Parking: Entrance to the restaurant's lot is at 913 ½ Belmont. The lot is behind the restaurant. Additional, pay parking lots are located on Clark Street just north of Belmont.
The meeting is on the second floor of the restaurant. Handicapped persons should get special instructions from the Section Office.
Topical Group Meeting: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Social Hour: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Dinner: 7:00 PM
Meeting: 8:00 PM
by noon, Tuesday, February 20
or,
REGISTER ON LINE !
Please honor your reservations. We must pay for all dinners ordered. No-shows will be billed.
Directions:
Take the Eden's Expressway to Belmont Avenue. Head east to 929 W. Belmont.
Dinner:
Updated 1/4/01