Members

Membership in the Academy is an honor and an opportunity.

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Academy members are leaders in the arts and sciences, business, philanthropy, and public affairs. Based across the United States and around the world, they have been elected for exceptional contributions in their fields and professions.

The Academy provides many opportunities for members to engage, learn, and contribute: 

INVOLVEMENT
Participate in Elections
There are many ways for members to be involved in the election process. Members may submit nominations, vote for candidates, and serve on selection panels.
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Read the Member Guide
The member guide explains the ways in which members can connect to one another and the Academy.
The Member Guide Online
Connect Locally
A national network of Local Program Committees and Representatives provides opportunities for our members to connect with the work of the Academy and with each other at the local level. Is there one near you?
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Attend an Event
The Academy holds events around the country and the globe. These gatherings bring together members and others in their communities to explore important topics through an interdisciplinary lens that draws on the Academy’s breadth and expertise.
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Contribute to Dædalus
Each issue of the Academy’s journal, Dædalus, explores a theme from a multidisciplinary perspective in essays written by Academy members and other experts. Interested in proposing a topic for Dædalus? Contact the journal’s Editor in Chief to learn more.
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Share Our Work

Academy members can play a vital role in disseminating our work to policymakers; the media; leaders in higher education, nonprofits, business, and philanthropy; scholars; and students. 
Topics include the arts, climate action, democracy, the humanities, the economy, international relations, nuclear power, and more. Explore publications.

Read the Member Magazine

The Academy's quarterly publication, The Bulletin, provides news about Academy members, projects, publications, and plans. It can be sent to members and is also available online.

Follow the Academy on Social Media

The Academy shares news and updates on social media. Anyone can follow at 

Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Update Your Member Profile

You can keep your member profile updated so the public member directory is current on member activities and achievements. Login and revise your website bio to update the content. 

Philanthropic Support

You can make a gift to the American Academy in a variety of ways. More information about the Academy's annual fund, bequests, endowment, and other ways to contribute can be found here. 

Share Your News

Share updates with the Academy's quarterly member magazine by emailing The Bulletin. 

Contact Us

Members are encouraged to contact Academy staff with comments, questions, and ideas. For help finding the most relevant contact, or for general guidance about becoming involved, contact the membership engagement team:

Laurie McDonough
Morton L. Mandel Director of Membership Engagement

Patrick Meade
Membership Engagement Manager