AWU members participate in developing and advocating strategies on science education and research issues of common interest.
Members provide input regarding science education needs and program development.
AWU conferences and meetings offer an opportunity to meet with colleagues from other institutions to discuss these issues and to learn about current AWU activities and new opportunities. In addition, leaders from academic, industry, and government participate in these conferences and meetings. Annual conferences often include a tour of a federal agency or private industry research facility. Although membership in AWU is not a prerequisite for participation in the programs, we find that members participate more fully because they are much more aware of what is available through attendance at meetings and campus visits by AWU staff. The process of becoming a member of AWU is very simple.