While each section may not directly affect your position, we encourage you to read through this entire document so that you are familiar with the responsibilities of your fellow committee members. The appendices to these guidelines provide an overview of project financial statements, standard parliamentary procedures used in the conduct of Area Studies project meetings, and current members of your Executive Committee and the Area Studies Council. We hope this aids you in your work with the Area Studies projects. The responsibility is a challenging one, but not overwhelming. Please consult with the previous Chair or meeting coordinators for your respective associations for proper procedure.
Most AMPs have a traditional meeting time at each conference.
Most are held a day or so before conference events take place. If this time conflicts with other panels, poll the membership to find a more appropriate time. Agenda preparation should ideally begin at least two months before the conference. Use past agendas as examples of the activities and procedures followed by your group. Review the past few years' agendas and minutes to include any outstanding projects.