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For access to scholarships, grants, internship opportunities, mentors, field trips and so much more!
American Association of Petroleum Geologists
Founded in 1917, the American Association of Petroleum Geologists is currently the world's largest professional geological society. The membership of AAPG includes geologists, geophysicists, CEOs, managers, consultants, students and academicians. The purpose of the organization is to foster scientific research, advance the science of geology, promote technology and inspire high professional conduct.
Dues: $10 or FREE for students under Chevron Corporation sponsorship
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Dues: $10 or FREE for students under Chevron Corporation sponsorship
Perks:
- Imperial Barrel Award
- Distinguished Lecturer Series
- Visiting Geoscientist Program
- Get 9 student members and 1 staff/faculty member and form your own chapter! Chapters get additional perks!
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Geological Society of America
GSA’s mission is to be a leader in advancing the geosciences, enhancing the professional growth of its members, and promoting the geosciences in the service to humankind and stewardship of the Earth.
Dues: $30 (1 year) as a student
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Dues: $30 (1 year) as a student
Perks:
- Discounts on meetings
- Access to journals and publications
- Ability to apply for GSA scholarships, grants, internships, etc
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National Association for Geoscience Teachers
NAGT serves educators at all levels. Members include faculty at 4 year colleges and universities, faculty at two-year colleges, K-12 teachers, informal educators, and education researchers. This breadth of perspective helps to build a stronger teaching community.
Dues: $20 (1 year)
Perks:
Dues: $20 (1 year)
Perks:
- Online access to four issues annually of the Journal of Geoscience Education--the place to publish and read articles on research and innovations for teaching the earth sciences. (Print journals are available for an addition fee.)
- In the Trenches, a quarterly print and online magazine designed to provide a forum for geosciences education dialog targeting educators in the classroom.
- Workshops, symposia, and theme sessions on geo-education at GSA, AGU and NSTA meetings.
- NAGT Sections sponsor regional field conferences.
- Support for various education and outreach projects through official NAGT sponsorship.
- Programs and Awards aimed at furthering Geoscience scholarship and education.
- Student membership discount
- Summer positions through the USGS/NAGT Summer Field Training Program
- Outstanding T.A. awards
- Competitive grants-in-aid to help students attend field courses
Permian Basin Section - Society of Economic Paleontologists and Mineralogists
The Permian Basin Section-SEPM was formed in 1954 as the Permian Basin Affiliate of the Society of Economic Paleontologists and Mineralogists (SEPM), The Society for Sedimentary Geology.
Dues: $20 (1 year)
Perks:
Dues: $20 (1 year)
Perks:
- Members-only pricing on all PBS-SEPM Publications
- Members-only registration fees on all Short Courses
- Monthly luncheon talks by world-class speakers.
- Invaluable networking opportunities.
- Members-only pricing on all PBS-SEPM field trips
SEPM Society for Sedimentary Geology
SEPM (Society for Sedimentary Geology) is an international not-for-profit Society based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Through its network of international members, the Society is dedicated to the dissemination of scientific information on sedimentology, stratigraphy, paleontology, environmental sciences, marine geology, hydrogeology, and many additional related specialties.
Dues: $10 (1 year)
Perks:
Dues: $10 (1 year)
Perks:
- Your entrée into the lively global community of sedimentary geoscience
- Networking with established scientists for advice and mentoring
- Meet people with similar interests and build a network of colleagues that will last for a lifetime
- Ability to apply for SEPM Foundation Student Grants
- Special rate for online access to both SEPM journals (JSR and PALAIOS and Book Archives)
- Special student pricing on most SEPM publications (~50% list)
- Heavily discounted registration fees for SEPM activities including meetings, research conferences, short courses and field trips
- Opportunities to obtain classic SEPM publications for the cost of shipping and handling only (Free Books to Student events).
Society of Exploration Geophysicists
The Society of Exploration Geophysicists is a not-for-profit organization that promotes the science of applied geophysics and the education of geophysicists. SEG fosters the expert and ethical practice of geophysics in the exploration and development of natural resources, in characterizing the near surface, and in mitigating earth hazards. The Society, fulfills its mission through its publications, conferences, forums, Web sites, and educational opportunities.
Dues: $21 or FREE under CGGVeritas Corporate Sponsorship Program
Perks:
SEG's Employment Referral Service.
Dues: $21 or FREE under CGGVeritas Corporate Sponsorship Program
Perks:
- Online access to The Leading Edge Digital Edition and access to the SEG Digital Library
- Quarterly online newsletter, the Anomaly
- Minimal admission fee to the Annual SEG Annual Meeting and Exposition
- SEG scholarship opportunities
- Student discounts on continuing education courses, workshops and on books purchased in the SEG Book Mart
- Student Chapters may be available in some locations; Get 10 student members and 1 faculty advisor and form your own chapter! Chapters get additional perks!
SEG's Employment Referral Service.
- Upon graduation, student members are eligible to transfer to Associate Membership and receive FREE dues
- And most of all, through association with fellow SEG members, students enjoy the benefit of developing professional contact and industry ties, increasing opportunities in networking, and guidance in career planning/development.
South Texas Geological Society
Geological Society is a non-profit organization whose purposes are:To advance the science of geology;To promote the technology of exploring for, finding and producing raw material from the earth, their conservation and propitious use;To foster the spirit of scientific research;To disseminate facts relating to geological science;To inspire and maintain a high standard of professional conduct on the part of its members; and To provide the public with means of recognition of adequately trained and professionally responsible geologists.
Dues: $10 (1 year) as a student
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Dues: $10 (1 year) as a student
Perks:
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West Texas Geological Society
The West Texas Geological Society consists of individuals who share an interest in the geology of the Permian Basin and includes people from the petroleum and environmental industries, as well as the academic arena. Their foremost mission is to share information through monthly luncheon meetings, field trips, and publications. They also hold an annual symposium.
Dues: $25 (1 year)
Perks:
Dues: $25 (1 year)
Perks:
- Subscription to the WTGS Bulletin, filled with articles, information on upcoming talks and new publications, a message from the WTGS President, and a calendar of events
- Discounts on WTGS publications
- Opportunities to network both professionally and socially through our many events
- Supporting quality field trips, workshops, conferences, monthly speakers, and continuing education programs
The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of Sul Ross State University,that of the Texas State University system, or those of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists.