Get Involved

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Get Involved

The OB Division is built and run by its members. Whether you have an hour or an idea, a research interest or an organization to bring along, there is a way for you to take part. Start with the video below, then find the path that fits you.

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How to Get Involved with the OB Division

A short introduction from Keith Leavitt, incoming Division Chair, on the many ways members can take part in the life of the Division.

Take action

Ready to jump in? These take a few minutes and put you to work right away.

Lend your time

Volunteer with a committee

The Division runs on its volunteers. Tell us your interests and we will match you with a committee or team. New to how the Division is organized? Start with what our committees do.

OB Division Volunteer Matching Survey See what our committees do

Bring an idea

Propose an off-cycle event

Have an idea for a year-round virtual or in-person event open to OB members outside the annual meeting? The Executive Committee welcomes proposals on an ongoing basis — there are no deadlines, and proposals run up to three pages.

Submit an event proposal

Other opportunities to get involved

Learn how the Division works and where you might fit, then take the next step when you are ready.

Connect

Join or start a Micro-community

Micro-communities are member-led groups that connect around a shared research interest, method, identity, or region throughout the year. Find one that fits — or launch your own.

Explore Micro-communities

Lead the Division

Run for an elected role

Help set the Division's direction by standing for election to the Executive Committee. Learn how the Committee is structured and review the bylaws that govern our elections.

Executive Committee Bylaws & Governance

Support our work

Sponsor the Division

Sponsorship helps fund the Division's awards, programming, and community. See current opportunities, then reach out to the Division Chair to discuss how your organization can take part.

Awards overview & sponsors Email the Division Chair, Gilad Chen (gchen3@umd.edu)