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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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