 The Roy Chapman Andrews Society was formed in 1999 by a group of Beloit, Wisconsin residents intent on building more awareness of one of the 20th Century's most famous explorers. Since Roy Chapman Andrews was born and raised in Beloit, it was only fitting that such a society exist in his hometown.
The idea was first discussed by former City Manager and Attorney, Daniel T (Tom) Kelley, who had always looked for ways to promote Beloit and the treasures of this small mid-western town. After finding a group of interested persons from varied backgrounds, monthly meetings began to take place to decide how to go about bringing Andrews back into prominence. They decided to incorporate and form a society. Unfortunately, Kelley was unable to see all his work come to fruition, since he passed away of cancer late in 1998. However, his dream continued on, and the Society has gone on to become a prominent group in Beloit. Founding Board Members included (in no particular order), Tom Kelley, Kerry Branham, Paul Rasmussen, Greg Quigley, Ann Bausum, Bette Lang, Lynnette Newton, Christine Schlichting, and Karrie Porter-Brace.
The Society has moved onward and upward putting together a strategic plan and building a name for itself. The current Board of Directors are: William Green, President, Ken Forbeck, Vice-President, Andrew Janke, Treasurer, Martha Mitchell, Secretary, Carol Elliott, Carl Mendelson, Lynnette Newton, Mary Ann White, Ann Bausam, Kerry Branham, and Dave Threinen.
 Members of the RCAS Board pose with Dr. Ballard after receiving his award in 2005.
Pictured from Left to Right:
Back: Bill Green, Mary Ann White, Andrew Janke
Middle: Martha Mitchell, Ann Bausam
Front: Kerry Branham, Carol Elliott, Robert Ballard, Lynnette Newton, Carl Mendelson
Not pictured: Ken Forbeck, Dave Threinen
Watch this website for more activities, excursions, presentations and awards sponsored by the Society. Want to join the Society? Go to our Membership/Support page.
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