What is ASA?
The Acoustical Society of America (ASA) is “the premier international scientific society in acoustics, dedicated to increasing and diffusing knowledge of acoustics and its practical applications.”
Meetings
The ASA holds two conferences per year (one in spring and one in fall). Students are encouraged to attend and present at the conferences. The meetings are known for their relaxed and friendly atmosphere, as well as their high level of scholarship, and ASA members are always eager to meet and talk with students.
Technical Committees
During the semiannual conferences, the thirteen Technical Committees also hold their own meetings. The Technical Committees (TCs) provide a “home base” for Society members and are responsible for arranging the various technical sessions and promoting development in their respective fields. Students should attend these TC meetings to become more familiar with the inner workings of the ASA.
Become a Student Member
If you are interested in becoming an ASA member, or if you would like more information, visit the membership page on ASA’s main site. If you still have questions, you can email a Student Council member in your field of interest or contact Elaine Moran (asa@acousticalsociety.org).
Requirements
- At least half-time enrollment in an accredited college or university
- Graduate or Undergraduate status
- $45 annual dues
Benefits
- Online access to the Journal of the Acoustical Society of America (JASA)
- Discounted pre-registration for ASA meetings
- Discounts on acoustics-related books and products
- Participation in local/regional chapters
- Networking, school- and job-hunting tools
- Opportunity to learn about cutting-edge developments in your field
- Development of life-long relationships with peers
Get Involved
There are many ways for students to get involved with and benefit from ASA.
Attend a Meeting
Going to an ASA meeting is the best way for students to get involved! At meetings there are plenty of activities oriented toward students, and there are funding sources available to facilitate student attendance at meetings. To learn more about these activities and funding opportunities, check out the meeting page. One great way to engage with the ASA during the meeting is to wear the ASA Student Member sticker included in your student registration packet. Although the sticker is optional, it helps facilitate networking between students and other members of the ASA.
Stay Connected
There are many ways to learn more about what the ASA offers to students both during and between meetings. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to connect with other students and receive periodic updates, announcements, and news. Check out the ASA website or the Explore Sound website to learn more about the ASA and its outreach efforts.
If you have registered, check your email for the zoom link to access the research talks from student members!!
See you online!
ASA Student Virtual Coffee Break: Wed, 05/19 at 12 PM EST
Topic: Acoustics, food, and summer plans!
Hosts: Michael Smith (Psychological and Physiological Acoustics) and Hilary Kates Varghese (Animal Bioacoustics)
Zoom link: https://t.co/Ijv2DAnYVa
Meeting ID: 922 7625 3296 https://t.co/WS0aju4U2v
Remember to register for the ASA's Acoustics in Focus virtual conference! Today is the last day for early bird registration. Late registration will still be possible up to June 10th. See the link below:
https://t.co/vut1mCJ909
Virtual Coffee Break Tomorrow! May 4th, 1 pm ET/10am PT
Topic: People often come into acoustics through music-related acoustics topics; how can people continue their interaction with those topics while working/researching in different areas?
Zoom: https://t.co/A6zfwPTnBm https://t.co/eZ5bKhrFym
☕Next coffee hour: May 4, 1 pm ET, with Mark Rau and Zane Rusk.
“People often come into acoustics through music-related acoustics topics; how can people continue their interaction with those topics while working/researching in different areas?”
☕Zoom: https://t.co/UgjQDJegkz
Volunteer opportunity for ASA students! The ASA Publication’s Engagement Advisory Board (EAB) is a new initiative that is looking for help with new engagement initiatives, as well as feedback and guidance on current online engagement efforts. See the link: https://t.co/DjLVl68Dxj
The Spanish Speaking Acousticians Chapter will host a presentation by Dr. Michael Vorländer on April 12th. Register: https://t.co/tk5wC64dgr