Membership Application Instructions
Nomination is initiated by two Academy members who are well acquainted with the candidate and will serve as sponsors.
The new member candidate must:
- Complete and sign the Membership Application form
- Forward the application, including all required fees, to the Academy sponsors
- Register for the Annual Scientific Session at which his/her nomination will be considered
- Appear for an interview with the Credentials Committee, scheduled on the Thursday immediately preceding the Annual Scientific Session
The Academy member sponsors will:
- Affirm that the candidate is deserving of nomination
- Verify that the application is complete, including all required fees
- Sign and return the application to the Academy Secretary by January 1 prior to the meeting at which the candidate's nomination will be considered
- Submit a letter of support for the candidate with the application (primary sponsor only)
- Appear before the Credentials Committee on behalf of the candidate, if requested
The application must include:
- Completed and typewritten application form
- Application fee (non-refundable) and applicant meeting registration fee
- Sponsors' letter of support evaluating the candidate's credentials
Completed application must be received by the Academy Secretary by January 1 prior to the Annual Scientific Session at which the candidate's nomination will be considered.
The candidate's application will be acted on by the:
- Credentials Committee
- Board of Directors
- General membership of the Academy
The new member will be recognized before the general membership during the Friday Luncheon at the Annual Scientific Session.
Downloadable Membership Application Materials
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