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Master planning for the NASM extension continues with wetlands documentation begun in July as well as historical and archaeological research. The analysis of structural systems and their associated costs to determine the best approach to construct the facilities is also proceeding.

Staff Changes

Following an extensive search, Dr. Ethel "Edie" Hedlin has been appointed as the new Director of the Office of Smithsonian Archives, effective November 1. Dr. Hedlin is a recognized leader in the field of archives administration, having served with distinction in a variety of public and private archives throughout the United States. She served as Director of Congressional Affairs for the National Archives and Records Administration. Most recently, she has been a private archives consultant in Europe, serving varied clients from the World Bank to the International Red Cross. Currently, she serves as the President of the Society of American Archivists.

Mr. McKinley "Mac" Hudson has been appointed to the post of Deputy Director of the National Zoo. In this role, Mr. Hudson will serve as chief operating officer of the Zoo under its director, Michael Robinson. He received his bachelor's degree in biology in1963 from Central State University, in education administration, and the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island, in 1986. In June 1993, Mr. Hudson completed 30 years of military service and retired with the rank of colonel. He brings many years of experience in operational management, logistics operations, and personnel management.

Development Initiatives

Through the second quarter of fiscal year 1994, the Institution had raised $20,219,040 from private sources. Bequests and other deferred gifts accounted for 15% of the total, underscoring the increased emphasis on the solicitation of planned gifts by the Office Development.

All members of the Smithsonian National Board will be approached regarding their commitment to The Fund for the Future by October 1994. Work continues to increase the activity of solicitations for The Fund in conjunction with the 150th anniversary of the Institution in 1996.

The Smithsonian Women's Committee has announced funding of 29 projects in 19 museums and offices, totalling $278,863. An additional $10,000 was added to the Committee's endowed Fellowship for Museum Practices. The 1994 Smithsonian Craft Show, sponsored by the Women's Committee, grossed approximately $337,000. The 1995 Craft Show will be held in the National Building Museum, a new venue that will allow a greater number of crafts-people.

Activities of the Smithsonian National Board

Mr. Thomas Edward Congdon, of Denver, Colorado, was welcomed as a new Smithsonian National Board member in June. 

The 1994 Smithsonian National Board Study Tour enabled 11 Board members, their spouses and guests to travel to Turkey, June 13-27, to explore the classical ruins concentrated along Turkey's western coastline.

Plans for the Annual Meeting of the Board, October 13-15, 1994, include: an evening reception for Board members and Congressional guests; committee meetings; business meetings; an afternoon at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center; and, a seminar on exhibition planning