New this year, BSAS is introducing Member Communities to give members an opportunity to get involved in topics and issues that are of common interest to the members of each group. The goal is to provide education and networking opportunities for constituents in a collaborative, interactive, and less formal setting. These groups will be managed electronically and all members are encouraged to join as many communities as desired. Not only does this allow a broader member base to contribute and engage, it also shifts the traditional volunteer-based program committee experience to one with increased engagement opportunities. 

The vision is that these groups will benefit members by allowing them to:  

Watch for an email in November that will explain the new functionality and allow you to sign up for the communities of your choice. We hope you will take advantage of this new member benefit and we look forward to sharing with you the next level of engagement.