We invite you to enter into the dynamic community of people, challenges and information that make public service what it is today.
We are advocates for greater effectiveness in government; agents of goodwill and professionalism; publishers of progressive journalism at its very best; purveyors of academic theory and best practices; and providers of global citizenship.
We believe that by embracing new ideas, addressing key public service issues and promoting effective management at both the local and international levels, we can enhance the quality of lives worldwide.
Benefits of ASPA Membership:
If you are a student enrolled in a college or university in the United States, membership in the Society is available for a maximum of three years. The benefits are:
Online Access to the Public Administration Review (PAR)–the premier PA journal in the world since 1940.
PublicServiceCareers.org
-our online Career Center and job board, where you can access job listings, apply for jobs, post resumes and cover letters.
Public Administration Links–to thousands of public administration resources.
PA TIMES–our monthly newspaper reporting of the latest trends and happenings in public administration, including regular columns on advancing your career.
Annual Education Supplement-in the October edition of the PA Times.
Subscription to The Bridge-ASPA’s bi-monthly electronic newsletter.
Professional Development Opportunities–skill-based trainings, annual conference panels, web resources, publications.
Chapters, special-focus sections, and volunteer leadership opportunities–for students to develop interest, skills and talents.
Student Scholarships and Student Conference Grants
Students can apply for one of four $250 grants ASPA offers to outstanding students to attend our annual conference. Other scholarship for educational and conference opportunities are offered by ASPA’s chapters and sections.
For additional information visit the Awards Program page
New Online Features
Coming soon, look for expanded resources and services developed especially for students and new professionals.
Networking Opportunities
Participate in ASPA through its chapters, sections, national and district conferences.
Annual Conference
The ASPA Annual Conference features major speakers, skills workshops, panels of high-ranking public officials and noted scholars. Mark your calendar for March 7-11, 2008, in Dallas, Texas. Also, watch for special student registration rates and events, such as the two-day Student Summit, and volunteer opportunities!
How To join ASPA
Join today
by downloading the PDF membership application form online. If you would like additional information on ASPA membership contact Patricia Yearwood, senior director for membership development and recruitment, at pyearwood@aspanet.org. ASPA offers students and new professionals a discount on membership.
New Professional Membership–for only $75, if you graduated less than two years ago, you can receive full ASPA benefits, at this reduced rate, for a maximum of two years. Includes both hard copies of PAR and PA Times in the mail, and access archives for both online.
Full Student Membership–for only $75, includes both hard copies of PAR and PA Times in the mail, and access archives for both online.
Electronic Student Membership–for only $40, includes access to PAR current issues and archives online, dating back to 1940, and receipt of PA Times by mail.
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