Most chapters sponsor speakers, campus-wide programs, field trips and social events and participate in service functions. Members can participate in numerous extracurricular activities. Membership provides a network where you can become better acquainted with other geography students and can meet and talk with geography faculty informally. Members can improve their expertise in the field of geography by learning things not normally dealt with in the classroom Members are eligible to apply for Gamma Theta Upsilon scholarships. Membership in an academic honor society is evidence of your dedication and competency in your career field.
Some employers give hiring preference to honor society members.
Articles concerning any area of geographical interest are solicited from students and faculty. Initiates receive two free issues after initiation and may subsequently renew their subscription. Educational Fund An Educational Fund was established to support publications, scholarships, and other activities. The visiting geographer will give a lecture on a topic in geography and meet with faculty, students and administrators. Chapters should contact the AAG for information about the Visiting Geographical Scientist Program.