Membership Committee

The membership committee is dedicated to best serving the constituents of the AAAP. The goals of this committee are to recruit new members, retain current members, and ensure that all members feel that being a part of the AAAP is a good investment. These goals are achieved by working closely with universities to educate students about opportunities, working with the AAAP board to ensure that member voices are heard, and communicating the benefits of being part of the AAAP to all members.

The Membership Committee is one of the standing committees named in the AAAP Bylaws.

Mission Statement

To increase and maintain membership in the American Association of Avian Pathologists. Goals: The membership committee is dedicated to best serving the constituents of the AAAP. The goals of this committee are to recruit new members, retain current members, and ensure that all members feel that being a part of the AAAP is a good investment. These goals are achieved by working closely with universities and organizations to educate students and professionals about opportunities, working with the AAAP board to ensure that member voices are heard, and communicating the benefits of AAAP membership all members. 

Committee Composition 

The committee executive leadership is currently made up of the Chair, the Chair Elect, and the Past Chair. Each of these terms is one year, so once a person becomes the Chair Elect, they are committing to a three-year appointment. The membership committee utilizes Subcommittees to spear head most of the Membership Committee projects. Subcommittees have a Chair. The position of Subcommittee Chair is a volunteer position, with undefined terms. 

Membership Committee Members Page
Membership Committee Forum

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