Through its network of international members, the Society is dedicated to the dissemination of scientific information on sedimentology, stratigraphy, paleontology, environmental sciences, marine geology, hydrogeology, and many additional related specialties. Through SEPM's Continuing Education, Publications, Meetings, and other programs, members can both gain and exchange information pertinent to their geologic specialties. Duties and privileges for voting member status include the privilege of holding office, voting, serving on Society committees, and transacting the business of the Society. Associates are persons engaged in the practice of the earth sciences or whose interests are in keeping with the objective of the Society, but who have not completed the requirements for Member status. Associates may serve on Society committees, but are not eligible to vote or to hold office.
Students receive special discounts on publications purchased during their first year.
Upon graduation, students are eligible to become professional members of the Society. Students enter their profession supported by a network developed through involvement in the Society. The more a student is involved in the Society, the greater will be the network of support. The Society also awards Honorary , Emeritus, or Sustaining Membership to persons who have served the Society. For More Information Applications for membership are printed in each issue of the Journal of Sedimentary Research , or you may download a copy of the application below.